Overall score
Oakleigh
62.7/100
Oakleigh South
71.8/100
Oakleigh vs Oakleigh South, VIC suburb comparison
Oakleigh South for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OakleighOakleigh South
Crime rate
Oakleigh
206.3 / 1k
Oakleigh South
64.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oakleigh
697
Oakleigh South
476
Population
Oakleigh
8,442
Oakleigh South
9,851
Metric leadOakleigh 5Oakleigh South 6across 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 retireesOakleigh South
- Best for familiesOakleigh South
- Best for investmentOakleigh South
- Best for best valueOakleigh South
- Best for best schoolsOakleigh South
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 | Oakleigh | Oakleigh South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.7/100 | 71.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.4/100 | 37.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 206.3 / 1k | 64.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 93 | 75 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 697 | 476 |
| Planning activity | 129 | 112 |
| Population | 8,442 | 9,851 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Oakleigh is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Oakleigh South is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Oakleigh pulls ahead on schools and education options and public transport access, whereas Oakleigh South is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Oakleigh South, while Oakleigh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.