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Camberwell vs Glen Iris

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.4 km apart, on the same open data. Camberwell scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

CamberwellGlen Iris
Active8279
Safety5877
Wealth8789
Value6489
Parks3652
Cafés7559
Transit6637
Green space3543
Active & healthy6663
Schools nearby (OSM)3356
Median rent$486/wk $450/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$2,530,000$2,685,000
House sales this quarter5663
Population21,96526,131
Full profile Camberwell in full Glen Iris 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 Camberwell safer than Glen Iris?

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

Which is cheaper, Camberwell or Glen Iris?

Camberwell has the lower median house price of the two ($2,530,000 vs $2,685,000).

Should I live in Camberwell or Glen Iris?

Camberwell scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Camberwell or Glen Iris.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →