Overall score
Seaholme
54.9/100
South Kingsville
55.2/100
Seaholme vs South Kingsville, VIC Suburb Comparison
Seaholme for retirees and families; South Kingsville for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SeaholmeSouth Kingsville
Crime rate
Seaholme
50.9 / 1k
South Kingsville
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seaholme
140
South Kingsville
32
Population
Seaholme
2,067
South Kingsville
2,156
Metric leadSeaholme 4South Kingsville 81 tiedacross 13 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 | Seaholme | South Kingsville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.9/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.6/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.9 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 16 |
| Walkability | 15.0/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 140 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 32 |
| Green cover | 15.3% | 4.6% |
| Population | 2,067 | 2,156 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Seaholme is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and South Kingsville is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Where Seaholme is shaped by the coast, South Kingsville offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Seaholme pulls ahead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas South Kingsville is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access.
Choose Seaholme if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, and value-focused buyers; lean toward South Kingsville for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.