Overall score
Ravenhall
24.9/100
Truganina
55.4/100
Ravenhall vs Truganina, VIC suburb comparison
Truganina for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RavenhallTruganina
Crime rate
Ravenhall
381.9 / 1k
Truganina
52.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ravenhall
54
Truganina
1
Population
Ravenhall
2,295
Truganina
36,305
Metric leadRavenhall 2Truganina 7across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Ravenhall | Truganina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 24.9/100 | 55.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 0.5/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 381.9 / 1k | 52.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 103 |
| Walkability | 17.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 54 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 112 | 323 |
| Population | 2,295 | 36,305 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | — | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Ravenhall is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, while Truganina is a practical metro larger suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Ravenhall tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook, while Truganina stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Truganina, while Ravenhall remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.