Overall score
Hughesdale
57.5/100
Oakleigh
57.0/100
Hughesdale vs Oakleigh, VIC Suburb Comparison
Hughesdale for families and investment; Oakleigh for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HughesdaleOakleigh
Crime rate
Hughesdale
48.1 / 1k
Oakleigh
209.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hughesdale
149
Oakleigh
704
Population
Hughesdale
7,563
Oakleigh
8,442
Metric leadHughesdale 5Oakleigh 71 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
- Best for familiesHughesdale
- Best for investmentHughesdale
- Best for best valueOakleigh
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.1 / 1k | 209.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 93 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 704 |
| Planning activity | 64 | 129 |
| Green cover | 1.9% | 6.0% |
| Population | 7,563 | 8,442 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Hughesdale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Oakleigh is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Hughesdale pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, overall desirability, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Oakleigh is the better pick for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Hughesdale, while Oakleigh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.