Overall score
Moe
45.9/100
Morwell
41.0/100
Moe vs Morwell, VIC Suburb Comparison
Moe for families; Morwell for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MoeMorwell
Crime rate
Moe
286.8 / 1k
Morwell
357.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moe
224
Morwell
130
Population
Moe
9,375
Morwell
14,389
Metric leadMoe 7Morwell 33 tiedacross 13 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 | Moe | Morwell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.9/100 | 41.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 70.8/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 286.8 / 1k | 357.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 22 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 62 | 114 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 224 | 130 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 48 |
| Green cover | 3.0% | 3.7% |
| Population | 9,375 | 14,389 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Moe is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Morwell is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Moe tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, while Morwell stands out for public transport access and a larger local community.
Choose Moe if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Morwell for retirees and families.
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.