Overall score
Rye
39.9/100
Tootgarook
42.8/100
Rye vs Tootgarook, VIC Suburb Comparison
Rye for schools; Tootgarook for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RyeTootgarook
Crime rate
Rye
64.4 / 1k
Tootgarook
68.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rye
45
Tootgarook
66
Population
Rye
9,438
Tootgarook
3,178
Metric leadRye 5Tootgarook 53 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 retireesTootgarook
- Best for familiesTootgarook
- Best for beach lifestyleTootgarook
- Best for investmentTootgarook
- Best for best schoolsRye
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 | Rye | Tootgarook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.9/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 42.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.4 / 1k | 68.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 67 | 28 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 66 |
| Planning activity | 283 | 80 |
| Green cover | 3.1% | 4.6% |
| Population | 9,438 | 3,178 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Rye is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Tootgarook is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Rye tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Tootgarook stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Rye suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Tootgarook is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle and value-focused buyers.
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.