Overall score
Menzies Creek
45.9/100
The Patch
55.3/100
Menzies Creek vs The Patch, VIC Suburb Comparison
The Patch for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Menzies CreekThe Patch
Crime rate
Menzies Creek
33.8 / 1k
The Patch
12.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Menzies Creek
34
The Patch
17
Population
Menzies Creek
966
The Patch
1,046
Metric leadMenzies Creek 2The Patch 82 tiedacross 12 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 | Menzies Creek | The Patch |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.9/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.1/100 | 60.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 33.8 / 1k | 12.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 9 |
| Walkability | 12.5/100 | 13.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 27 |
| Green cover | 17.4% | 22.4% |
| Population | 966 | 1,046 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Menzies Creek is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while The Patch is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Menzies Creek tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, plus a calmer planning outlook, while The Patch stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer The Patch, while Menzies Creek remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.