Overall score
Lockwood
39.9/100
Marong
43.3/100
Lockwood vs Marong, VIC Suburb Comparison
Lockwood for families; Marong for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LockwoodMarong
Crime rate
Lockwood
61.6 / 1k
Marong
34.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lockwood
7
Marong
3
Population
Lockwood
806
Marong
2,005
Metric leadLockwood 3Marong 53 tiedacross 11 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 | Lockwood | Marong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.9/100 | 43.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.5/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.6 / 1k | 34.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 53.4/100 | 53.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 4 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 7 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 20 |
| Green cover | 36.2% | 14.6% |
| Population | 806 | 2,005 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lockwood is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Marong is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Lockwood tends to lead on housing affordability, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook, while Marong stands out for a quieter safety profile, walkability, and overall desirability.
Investors may find Lockwood the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Marong.
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.