Overall score
Mornington
73.9/100
Tuerong
27.3/100
Mornington for families and beach lifestyle; Tuerong for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mornington
73.9/100
Tuerong
27.3/100
Crime rate
Mornington
68.3 / 1k
Tuerong
71.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mornington
300
Tuerong
1
Population
Mornington
25,759
Tuerong
357
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 | Mornington | Tuerong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 73.9/100 | 27.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.7/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.3 / 1k | 71.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 52 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 146 | — |
| Walkability | 98.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 300 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 462 | 15 |
| Population | 25,759 | 357 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Mornington is a beachside larger suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Tuerong is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Mornington leans into coastal living, while Tuerong feels more inland and suburban in character.
Mornington tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Tuerong stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Mornington suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas Tuerong is the stronger match for retirees.