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Avondale Heights vs Maribyrnong

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.2 km apart, on the same open data. Avondale Heights scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

Avondale HeightsMaribyrnong
Active461
Safety9311
Wealth1946
Value1267
Parks9290
Cafés3838
Transit2753
Green space8649
Active & healthy4863
Schools nearby (OSM)2948
Median rent$400/wk $396/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,085,000$1,270,000
House sales this quarter6130
Population12,38812,573
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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 Maribyrnong?

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 Maribyrnong?

Avondale Heights has the lower median house price of the two ($1,085,000 vs $1,270,000).

Should I live in Avondale Heights or Maribyrnong?

Avondale Heights scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Avondale Heights or Maribyrnong.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →