Overall score
Lindisfarne
61.1/100
Mornington
50.5/100
Lindisfarne for retirees and schools; Mornington for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lindisfarne
61.1/100
Mornington
50.5/100
Crime rate
Lindisfarne
541.2 / 1k
Mornington
1456.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lindisfarne
135
Mornington
82
Population
Lindisfarne
6,639
Mornington
2,469
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.
| Category | Lindisfarne | Mornington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.1/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 541.2 / 1k | 1456.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 37 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 82 |
| Population | 6,639 | 2,469 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Lindisfarne reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Mornington is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Lindisfarne is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Mornington answers with housing affordability. On housing, Lindisfarne sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Mornington.
Lindisfarne suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Mornington is the stronger match for retirees and families.