Overall score
Hurstbridge
64.5/100
Wattle Glen
57.2/100
Hurstbridge vs Wattle Glen, VIC Suburb Comparison
Hurstbridge for retirees and value; Wattle Glen for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HurstbridgeWattle Glen
Crime rate
Hurstbridge
18.3 / 1k
Wattle Glen
13.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hurstbridge
249
Wattle Glen
45
Population
Hurstbridge
3,554
Wattle Glen
1,911
Metric leadHurstbridge 7Wattle Glen 33 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 retireesHurstbridge
- Best for familiesWattle Glen
- Best for investmentWattle Glen
- Best for best valueHurstbridge
- Best for best schoolsHurstbridge
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 | Hurstbridge | Wattle Glen |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.5/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 18.3 / 1k | 13.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 8 |
| Walkability | 63.0/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 249 | 45 |
| Planning activity | 80 | 32 |
| Green cover | 11.2% | 20.7% |
| Population | 3,554 | 1,911 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Hurstbridge is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Wattle Glen is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Hurstbridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Wattle Glen keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Hurstbridge is stronger for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Wattle Glen answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Retirees, families, and value-focused buyers may find Hurstbridge the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Wattle Glen.
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.