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Burwood vs Burwood East

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 3.3 km apart, on the same open data. Burwood scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

BurwoodBurwood East
Active7860
Safety5838
Wealth2220
Value144
Parks4091
Cafés5964
Transit6165
Green space6570
Active & healthy7570
Schools nearby (OSM)6146
Median rent$411/wk $439/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,455,500$1,386,500
House sales this quarter4438
Population15,14710,675
Full profile Burwood in full Burwood East 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 Burwood safer than Burwood East?

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

Which is cheaper, Burwood or Burwood East?

Burwood East has the lower median house price of the two ($1,386,500 vs $1,455,500).

Should I live in Burwood or Burwood East?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →