Overall score
Junortoun
52.8/100
Longlea
46.1/100
Longlea for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Junortoun
52.8/100
Longlea
46.1/100
Crime rate
Junortoun
17.8 / 1k
Longlea
5.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Junortoun
28
Longlea
5
Population
Junortoun
3,862
Longlea
570
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Junortoun reads as a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace; Longlea is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Junortoun tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Longlea stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Junortoun sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Longlea.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Longlea, while Junortoun remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.