Overall score
North Warrandyte
57.5/100
Research
64.0/100
North Warrandyte vs Research, VIC Suburb Comparison
North Warrandyte for value; Research for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
North WarrandyteResearch
Crime rate
North Warrandyte
14.8 / 1k
Research
24.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Warrandyte
17
Research
42
Population
North Warrandyte
3,027
Research
2,695
Metric leadNorth Warrandyte 6Research 52 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesResearch
- Best for familiesResearch
- Best for best valueNorth Warrandyte
- Best for best schoolsResearch
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 | North Warrandyte | Research |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.7/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.8 / 1k | 24.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 16 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 26.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 42 |
| Planning activity | 91 | 60 |
| Green cover | 18.1% | 11.6% |
| Population | 3,027 | 2,695 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, North Warrandyte is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, and Research is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand. North Warrandyte sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Research is in a middle-ring position.
North Warrandyte pulls ahead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, whereas Research is the better pick for schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find North Warrandyte the better fit, while retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Research.
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.