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Delahey vs Taylors Lakes

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.6 km apart, on the same open data. Delahey scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

DelaheyTaylors Lakes
Active1858
Safety8834
Wealth1365
Value2077
Parks6160
Cafés748
Transit4032
Green space3474
Active & healthy2354
Schools nearby (OSM)6415
Median rent$350/wk $411/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$750,000$935,000
House sales this quarter2353
Population8,07715,174
Full profile Delahey in full Taylors Lakes 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 Delahey safer than Taylors Lakes?

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

Which is cheaper, Delahey or Taylors Lakes?

Delahey has the lower median house price of the two ($750,000 vs $935,000).

Should I live in Delahey or Taylors Lakes?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →