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Glenroy vs Hadfield

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Glenroy scores higher on 6 of 10 measures.

GlenroyHadfield
Active3338
Safety4742
Wealth2115
Value3016
Parks3018
Cafés2268
Transit1657
Green space3420
Active & healthy2743
Schools nearby (OSM)8026
Median rent$369/wk $370/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$911,000$925,000
House sales this quarter8937
Population23,7926,269
Full profile Glenroy in full Hadfield 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 Glenroy safer than Hadfield?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenroy or Hadfield?

Glenroy has the lower median house price of the two ($911,000 vs $925,000).

Should I live in Glenroy or Hadfield?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →