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Avondale Heights vs Maidstone

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.2 km apart, on the same open data. Avondale Heights scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

Avondale HeightsMaidstone
Active425
Safety9328
Wealth1935
Value1262
Parks9264
Cafés3832
Transit2752
Green space8642
Active & healthy4838
Schools nearby (OSM)296
Median rent$400/wk $381/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,085,000$850,000
House sales this quarter6131
Population12,3889,389
Full profile Avondale Heights in full Maidstone 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 Avondale Heights safer than Maidstone?

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

Which is cheaper, Avondale Heights or Maidstone?

Maidstone has the lower median house price of the two ($850,000 vs $1,085,000).

Should I live in Avondale Heights or Maidstone?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →