Overall score
West Wodonga
62.4/100
Wodonga
74.6/100
West Wodonga vs Wodonga, VIC suburb comparison
West Wodonga for retirees; Wodonga for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
West WodongaWodonga
Crime rate
West Wodonga
71.6 / 1k
Wodonga
134.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
West Wodonga
24
Wodonga
696
Population
West Wodonga
14,794
Wodonga
20,259
Metric leadWest Wodonga 3Wodonga 8across 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 retireesWest Wodonga
- Best for best schoolsWodonga
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 | West Wodonga | Wodonga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.4/100 | 74.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 89.4/100 | 80.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 71.6 / 1k | 134.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 44 | 58 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 76 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 696 |
| Planning activity | 35 | 95 |
| Population | 14,794 | 20,259 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, West Wodonga is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Wodonga is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, West Wodonga is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; Wodonga answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Wodonga, while West Wodonga remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.