Overall score
Moe
65.7/100
Morwell
58.4/100
Moe for investment and value; Morwell for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Moe
65.7/100
Morwell
58.4/100
Crime rate
Moe
280.7 / 1k
Morwell
358.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moe
222
Morwell
102
Population
Moe
9,375
Morwell
14,389
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Moe | Morwell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.7/100 | 58.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.1/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 280.7 / 1k | 358.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 22 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 62 | 114 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 222 | 102 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 48 |
| Population | 9,375 | 14,389 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
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 and parks and reserves, while Morwell stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Moe if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Morwell for retirees and families.