Overall score
Lancaster
41.7/100
Tongala
37.9/100
Lancaster vs Tongala, VIC Suburb Comparison
Lancaster for families; Tongala for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LancasterTongala
Crime rate
Lancaster
30.8 / 1k
Tongala
84.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lancaster
3
Tongala
58
Population
Lancaster
398
Tongala
1,973
Metric leadLancaster 5Tongala 52 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Lancaster | Tongala |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.7/100 | 37.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.6/100 | 63.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 30.8 / 1k | 84.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.6/100 | 18.6/100 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 2 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 49.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 58 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 29 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 398 | 1,973 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Lancaster reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Tongala is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Lancaster tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and a calmer planning outlook, while Tongala stands out for housing affordability, schools and education options, and walkability. On housing, Lancaster sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Tongala.
Lancaster suits retirees more clearly, whereas Tongala is the stronger match for investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.