Overall score
Seaholme
49.2/100
Williamstown North
45.8/100
Seaholme vs Williamstown North, VIC suburb comparison
Seaholme for retirees and beach lifestyle; Williamstown North for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SeaholmeWilliamstown North
Crime rate
Seaholme
51.8 / 1k
Williamstown North
142.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seaholme
136
Williamstown North
55
Population
Seaholme
2,067
Williamstown North
1,622
Metric leadSeaholme 9Williamstown North 11 tiedacross 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 retireesSeaholme
- Best for familiesWilliamstown North
- Best for beach lifestyleSeaholme
- Best for investmentSeaholme
- Best for best valueSeaholme
- Best for best schoolsWilliamstown North
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 | Williamstown North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.2/100 | 45.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.6/100 | 22.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 142.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 8 |
| Walkability | 15.0/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 136 | 55 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 74 |
| Population | 2,067 | 1,622 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Seaholme is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Williamstown North is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap. Where Seaholme is shaped by the coast, Williamstown North offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Seaholme tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Williamstown North stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Choose Seaholme if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors; lean toward Williamstown North for retirees and families.