Overall score
Lethbridge
39.8/100
Shelford
37.4/100
Lethbridge vs Shelford, VIC Suburb Comparison
Lethbridge for families and value; Shelford for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LethbridgeShelford
Crime rate
Lethbridge
17.7 / 1k
Shelford
25.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lethbridge
2
Shelford
1
Population
Lethbridge
1,181
Shelford
263
Metric leadLethbridge 6Shelford 23 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 familiesLethbridge
- Best for best valueLethbridge
- Best for best schoolsShelford
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 | 39.8/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.0/100 | 44.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 17.7 / 1k | 25.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | — |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 8 |
| Green cover | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| 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, a quieter safety profile, and walkability, while Shelford stands out for a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees, families, 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.
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.