Overall score
Stratford
40.6/100
Wurruk
35.3/100
Stratford vs Wurruk, VIC suburb comparison
Stratford for retirees and families; Wurruk for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
StratfordWurruk
Crime rate
Stratford
56.6 / 1k
Wurruk
95.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Stratford
0
Wurruk
16
Population
Stratford
2,980
Wurruk
1,177
Metric leadStratford 5Wurruk 5across 10 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.
Comparison summary
Stratford is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds, while Wurruk is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Stratford is stronger for schools and education options and overall desirability; Wurruk answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Stratford sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Wurruk.
Stratford suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Wurruk is the stronger match for retirees and value-focused buyers.