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Caulfield North vs Malvern

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Caulfield North scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

Caulfield NorthMalvern
Active7478
Safety6943
Wealth6994
Value7494
Parks216
Cafés6075
Transit7280
Green space1722
Active & healthy5554
Schools nearby (OSM)8688
Median rent$422/wk $450/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$2,180,000$2,690,000
House sales this quarter2427
Population16,9039,929
Full profile Caulfield North in full Malvern 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 Caulfield North safer than Malvern?

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

Which is cheaper, Caulfield North or Malvern?

Caulfield North has the lower median house price of the two ($2,180,000 vs $2,690,000).

Should I live in Caulfield North or Malvern?

Caulfield North scores higher on 2 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Caulfield North or Malvern.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →