Overall score
Sale
74.3/100
Traralgon
67.1/100
Sale vs Traralgon, VIC suburb comparison
Sale for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SaleTraralgon
Crime rate
Sale
190.1 / 1k
Traralgon
153.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sale
529
Traralgon
152
Population
Sale
14,296
Traralgon
26,907
Metric leadSale 5Traralgon 51 tiedacross 11 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 | Sale | Traralgon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74.3/100 | 67.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.8/100 | 78.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 190.1 / 1k | 153.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 138 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 529 | 152 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 73 |
| Population | 14,296 | 26,907 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Sale is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Traralgon is a regional larger suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Sale is stronger for schools and education options and walkability; Traralgon answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Sale, while Traralgon remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.