Overall score
Malvern
55.6/100
Windsor
55.9/100
Malvern vs Windsor, VIC suburb comparison
Malvern for retirees; Windsor for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MalvernWindsor
Crime rate
Malvern
72.8 / 1k
Windsor
181.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Malvern
244
Windsor
137
Population
Malvern
9,929
Windsor
7,273
Metric leadMalvern 5Windsor 42 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 | Malvern | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.6/100 | 55.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 4.9/100 | 10.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.8 / 1k | 181.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 19 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 69 | 33 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 244 | 137 |
| Planning activity | 301 | 147 |
| Population | 9,929 | 7,273 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Malvern is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Windsor is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Malvern tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Windsor stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Malvern suits retirees more clearly, whereas Windsor is the stronger match for families and investors.