Overall score
Strathtulloh
45.0/100
Thornhill Park
46.5/100
Strathtulloh vs Thornhill Park, VIC suburb comparison
Strathtulloh for retirees; Thornhill Park for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
StrathtullohThornhill Park
Crime rate
Strathtulloh
75.5 / 1k
Thornhill Park
205.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Strathtulloh
15
Thornhill Park
24
Population
Strathtulloh
3,997
Thornhill Park
3,066
Metric leadStrathtulloh 6Thornhill Park 22 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesStrathtulloh
- Best for investmentThornhill Park
- Best for best schoolsThornhill Park
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 | Strathtulloh | Thornhill Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.0/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 75.5 / 1k | 205.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 18 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 24 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 45 |
| Population | 3,997 | 3,066 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Strathtulloh is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, while Thornhill Park is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Strathtulloh tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Thornhill Park stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and overall desirability.
Retirees and families may find Strathtulloh the better fit, while investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Thornhill Park.