Overall score
Seddon
62.3/100
Yarraville
72.1/100
Seddon vs Yarraville, VIC suburb comparison
Seddon for families and schools; Yarraville for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SeddonYarraville
Crime rate
Seddon
79.6 / 1k
Yarraville
70.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seddon
169
Yarraville
582
Population
Seddon
5,143
Yarraville
15,636
Metric leadSeddon 3Yarraville 62 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 familiesSeddon
- Best for investmentYarraville
- Best for best valueYarraville
- Best for best schoolsSeddon
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 | Seddon | Yarraville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.3/100 | 72.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.1/100 | 29.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 79.6 / 1k | 70.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 29 | 97 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 169 | 582 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 64 |
| Population | 5,143 | 15,636 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Seddon is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Yarraville is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Seddon tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Yarraville stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Seddon the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Yarraville.