Overall score
Shepparton
41.1/100
Shepparton North
42.8/100
Shepparton vs Shepparton North, VIC Suburb Comparison
Shepparton for retirees; Shepparton North for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SheppartonShepparton North
Crime rate
Shepparton
218.8 / 1k
Shepparton North
53.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Shepparton
474
Shepparton North
1
Population
Shepparton
32,067
Shepparton North
2,048
Metric leadShepparton 7Shepparton North 41 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesShepparton
- Best for familiesShepparton North
- Best for investmentShepparton North
- Best for best valueShepparton North
- Best for best schoolsShepparton 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 | Shepparton | Shepparton North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.1/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.3/100 | 47.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 218.8 / 1k | 53.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.6/100 | 18.6/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 20 | — |
| Public transport stops | 278 | 4 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 474 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 287 | 19 |
| Green cover | 3.4% | 0.0% |
| Population | 32,067 | 2,048 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Shepparton reads as a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Shepparton North is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Shepparton tends to lead on schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability, while Shepparton North stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Shepparton sits in a affordable band, compared with a gently premium feel in Shepparton North.
Shepparton suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Shepparton North is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.