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Glenroy vs Oak Park

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.9 km apart, on the same open data. Glenroy scores higher on 1 of 10 measures.

GlenroyOak Park
Active3358
Safety4785
Wealth2169
Value3088
Parks3060
Cafés2241
Transit1617
Green space3466
Active & healthy2754
Schools nearby (OSM)8073
Median rent$369/wk $401/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$911,000$1,120,000
House sales this quarter8921
Population23,7926,714
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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 Oak Park?

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

Which is cheaper, Glenroy or Oak Park?

Glenroy has the lower median house price of the two ($911,000 vs $1,120,000).

Should I live in Glenroy or Oak Park?

Glenroy scores higher on 1 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Glenroy or Oak Park.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →