Overall score
Hughesdale
57.5/100
Oakleigh South
61.7/100
Hughesdale vs Oakleigh South, VIC Suburb Comparison
Hughesdale for schools; Oakleigh South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HughesdaleOakleigh South
Crime rate
Hughesdale
48.1 / 1k
Oakleigh South
63.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hughesdale
149
Oakleigh South
479
Population
Hughesdale
7,563
Oakleigh South
9,851
Metric leadHughesdale 4Oakleigh South 81 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesOakleigh South
- Best for familiesOakleigh South
- Best for best valueOakleigh South
- Best for best schoolsHughesdale
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Hughesdale | Oakleigh South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 61.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 51.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.1 / 1k | 63.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 75 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 479 |
| Planning activity | 64 | 112 |
| Green cover | 1.9% | 7.7% |
| Population | 7,563 | 9,851 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Hughesdale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Oakleigh South is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hughesdale is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and a calmer planning outlook; Oakleigh South answers with housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Retirees and families may find Hughesdale the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Oakleigh South.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.