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Albanvale vs Burnside Heights

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Albanvale scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

AlbanvaleBurnside Heights
Active1018
Safety8798
Wealth575
Value1088
Parks6276
Cafés297
Transit6924
Green space7986
Active & healthy3132
Schools nearby (OSM)3460
Median rent$325/wk $411/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$700,800$770,000
House sales this quarter1627
Population5,6416,377
Full profile Albanvale in full Burnside Heights 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 Albanvale safer than Burnside Heights?

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

Which is cheaper, Albanvale or Burnside Heights?

Albanvale has the lower median house price of the two ($700,800 vs $770,000).

Should I live in Albanvale or Burnside Heights?

Albanvale scores higher on 2 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Albanvale or Burnside Heights.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →