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Abbotsford vs Kew

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.4 km apart, on the same open data. Abbotsford scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

AbbotsfordKew
Active4892
Safety1356
Wealth6890
Value7075
Parks7658
Cafés9545
Transit8734
Green space4457
Active & healthy5469
Schools nearby (OSM)8868
Median rent$425/wk $476/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,288,000$2,510,000
House sales this quarter2273
Population9,08824,499
Full profile Abbotsford in full Kew in full

Scores are percentiles across all 216 Melbourne suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Abbotsford safer than Kew?

Kew scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Abbotsford or Kew?

Abbotsford has the lower median house price of the two ($1,288,000 vs $2,510,000).

Should I live in Abbotsford or Kew?

Abbotsford scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Abbotsford or Kew.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →