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Albion vs Sunshine North

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.3 km apart, on the same open data. Albion scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

AlbionSunshine North
Active3126
Safety2526
Wealth68
Value2415
Parks2726
Cafés3116
Transit1318
Green space3734
Active & healthy3426
Schools nearby (OSM)4044
Median rent$301/wk $341/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$812,000$806,000
House sales this quarter1335
Population4,33412,047
Full profile Albion in full Sunshine North 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 Albion safer than Sunshine North?

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

Which is cheaper, Albion or Sunshine North?

Sunshine North has the lower median house price of the two ($806,000 vs $812,000).

Should I live in Albion or Sunshine North?

Albion scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Albion or Sunshine North.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →