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Derrimut vs Sunshine West

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.8 km apart, on the same open data. Derrimut scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

DerrimutSunshine West
Active1810
Safety3352
Wealth789
Value9314
Parks3642
Cafés4115
Transit326
Green space6840
Active & healthy4124
Schools nearby (OSM)868
Median rent$400/wk $346/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$825,000$809,400
House sales this quarter2978
Population8,65118,552
Full profile Derrimut in full Sunshine West 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 Derrimut safer than Sunshine West?

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

Which is cheaper, Derrimut or Sunshine West?

Sunshine West has the lower median house price of the two ($809,400 vs $825,000).

Should I live in Derrimut or Sunshine West?

Derrimut scores higher on 6 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Derrimut or Sunshine West.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →