Overall score
South Geelong
49.8/100
Whittington
42.2/100
South Geelong vs Whittington, VIC suburb comparison
South Geelong for retirees and families; Whittington for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
South GeelongWhittington
Crime rate
South Geelong
354.8 / 1k
Whittington
178.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
South Geelong
312
Whittington
32
Population
South Geelong
1,014
Whittington
3,990
Metric leadSouth Geelong 6Whittington 5across 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 retireesSouth Geelong
- Best for familiesSouth Geelong
- Best for investmentWhittington
- Best for best valueWhittington
- Best for best schoolsSouth Geelong
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 | South Geelong | Whittington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.8/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.5/100 | 81.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 354.8 / 1k | 178.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 23 |
| Walkability | 43.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 312 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 25 |
| Population | 1,014 | 3,990 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
South Geelong is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, while Whittington is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. South Geelong sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Whittington is further out with more breathing room.
South Geelong pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Whittington is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access. South Geelong generally means more mid-market housing value, while Whittington leans toward more approachable housing costs.
South Geelong suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Whittington is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.