Overall score
Millgrove
34.3/100
Yarra Junction
45.9/100
Millgrove vs Yarra Junction, VIC suburb comparison
Yarra Junction for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MillgroveYarra Junction
Crime rate
Millgrove
179.9 / 1k
Yarra Junction
69.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Millgrove
37
Yarra Junction
15
Population
Millgrove
1,666
Yarra Junction
2,875
Metric leadMillgrove 3Yarra Junction 8across 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 retireesYarra Junction
- Best for familiesYarra Junction
- Best for investmentYarra Junction
- Best for best valueYarra Junction
- Best for best schoolsYarra Junction
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 | Millgrove | Yarra Junction |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.3/100 | 45.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.4/100 | 81.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 179.9 / 1k | 69.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 15 |
| Walkability | 11.5/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 37 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 86 |
| Population | 1,666 | 2,875 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Millgrove is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, while Yarra Junction is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Millgrove tends to lead on parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities, while Yarra Junction stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Yarra Junction, while Millgrove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.