Overall score
Lutana
53.6/100
West Moonah
61.1/100
West Moonah for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lutana
53.6/100
West Moonah
61.1/100
Crime rate
Lutana
1502.7 / 1k
West Moonah
877.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lutana
47
West Moonah
72
Population
Lutana
2,616
West Moonah
4,522
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 | Lutana | West Moonah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 61.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1502.7 / 1k | 877.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 24 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 47 | 72 |
| Population | 2,616 | 4,522 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Lutana is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and West Moonah is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. West Moonah sits among greener hillside streets, while Lutana keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Lutana tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while West Moonah stands out for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities.
Lutana suits families more clearly, whereas West Moonah is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.