Overall score
Lethbridge
37.6/100
Shelford
34.5/100
Lethbridge vs Shelford, VIC suburb comparison
Lethbridge for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LethbridgeShelford
Crime rate
Lethbridge
14.1 / 1k
Shelford
25.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lethbridge
0
Shelford
0
Population
Lethbridge
1,181
Shelford
263
Metric leadLethbridge 5Shelford 13 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLethbridge
- Best for familiesLethbridge
- Best for investmentLethbridge
- Best for best valueLethbridge
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 | Lethbridge | Shelford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.6/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 78.9/100 | 36.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.1 / 1k | 25.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 8 |
| Population | 1,181 | 263 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lethbridge is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, and Shelford is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Lethbridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Shelford keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Lethbridge tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Shelford stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Lethbridge, while Shelford remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.