Overall score
Moorooduc
34.6/100
Mount Eliza
75.3/100
Mount Eliza for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Moorooduc
34.6/100
Mount Eliza
75.3/100
Crime rate
Moorooduc
117.4 / 1k
Mount Eliza
29.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moorooduc
9
Mount Eliza
332
Population
Moorooduc
1,004
Mount Eliza
18,734
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 | Moorooduc | Mount Eliza |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.6/100 | 75.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 117.4 / 1k | 29.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 30 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 31 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 332 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 429 |
| Population | 1,004 | 18,734 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Moorooduc reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Mount Eliza is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Mount Eliza leans into coastal living, while Moorooduc feels more inland and suburban in character.
Moorooduc tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Mount Eliza stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mount Eliza, while Moorooduc remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.