Overall score
Melton South
58.0/100
Melton West
54.7/100
Melton South vs Melton West, VIC suburb comparison
Melton West for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Melton SouthMelton West
Crime rate
Melton South
85.5 / 1k
Melton West
111.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Melton South
172
Melton West
42
Population
Melton South
11,362
Melton West
8,784
Metric leadMelton South 7Melton West 4across 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 retireesMelton West
- Best for investmentMelton West
- Best for best valueMelton West
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 | Melton South | Melton West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.0/100 | 54.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.8/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 85.5 / 1k | 111.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 54 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 172 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 61 | 25 |
| Population | 11,362 | 8,784 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Melton South is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Melton West is a settled metro established suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
Melton South pulls ahead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, whereas Melton West is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Melton West, while Melton South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.