Overall score
Kurunjang
47.1/100
Melton West
54.7/100
Kurunjang vs Melton West, VIC suburb comparison
Melton West for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KurunjangMelton West
Crime rate
Kurunjang
80.8 / 1k
Melton West
111.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kurunjang
50
Melton West
42
Population
Kurunjang
10,711
Melton West
8,784
Metric leadKurunjang 4Melton West 34 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesMelton West
- Best for investmentMelton West
- Best for best valueMelton West
- Best for best schoolsMelton West
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 | Kurunjang | Melton West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.1/100 | 54.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.8 / 1k | 111.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 54 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 25 |
| Population | 10,711 | 8,784 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Kurunjang is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Melton West is a settled metro established suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
On the data, Kurunjang is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook; Melton West answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Melton West, while Kurunjang remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.