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Carlton vs Carlton North

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.6 km apart, on the same open data. Carlton scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

CarltonCarlton North
Active4646
Safety1040
Wealth685
Value424
Parks8025
Cafés9883
Transit9682
Green space5882
Active & healthy5578
Schools nearby (OSM)5854
Median rent$365/wk $552/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,690,000$1,800,000
House sales this quarter2429
Population16,0556,177
Full profile Carlton in full Carlton 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 Carlton safer than Carlton North?

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

Which is cheaper, Carlton or Carlton North?

Carlton has the lower median house price of the two ($1,690,000 vs $1,800,000).

Should I live in Carlton or Carlton North?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →