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Clarinda vs Oakleigh South

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.1 km apart, on the same open data. Clarinda scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

ClarindaOakleigh South
Active1464
Safety8860
Wealth1935
Value1333
Parks7246
Cafés731
Transit4445
Green space6420
Active & healthy4361
Schools nearby (OSM)3454
Median rent$394/wk $418/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,098,500$1,315,500
House sales this quarter1422
Population7,4419,851
Full profile Clarinda in full Oakleigh South 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 Clarinda safer than Oakleigh South?

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

Which is cheaper, Clarinda or Oakleigh South?

Clarinda has the lower median house price of the two ($1,098,500 vs $1,315,500).

Should I live in Clarinda or Oakleigh South?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →