Overall score
Noble Park
68.0/100
Springvale South
69.9/100
Noble Park vs Springvale South, VIC suburb comparison
Noble Park for investment and schools; Springvale South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Noble ParkSpringvale South
Crime rate
Noble Park
83.0 / 1k
Springvale South
50.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Noble Park
452
Springvale South
194
Population
Noble Park
32,257
Springvale South
12,766
Metric leadNoble Park 5Springvale South 42 tiedacross 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 retireesSpringvale South
- Best for familiesSpringvale South
- Best for investmentNoble Park
- Best for best valueSpringvale South
- Best for best schoolsNoble Park
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 | Noble Park | Springvale South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.0/100 | 69.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.4/100 | 65.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 83.0 / 1k | 50.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 112 | 49 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 452 | 194 |
| Planning activity | 177 | 36 |
| Population | 32,257 | 12,766 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Noble Park is a hillside larger suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Springvale South is a hills established suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
Noble Park pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Springvale South is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Noble Park suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Springvale South is the stronger match for retirees and families.