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Greensborough vs Watsonia

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.9 km apart, on the same open data. Greensborough scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

GreensboroughWatsonia
Active8246
Safety6245
Wealth5533
Value6852
Parks8462
Cafés4856
Transit4161
Green space7650
Active & healthy5540
Schools nearby (OSM)5361
Median rent$404/wk $385/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$996,900$1,030,000
House sales this quarter7823
Population21,0705,352
Full profile Greensborough in full Watsonia 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 Greensborough safer than Watsonia?

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

Which is cheaper, Greensborough or Watsonia?

Greensborough has the lower median house price of the two ($996,900 vs $1,030,000).

Should I live in Greensborough or Watsonia?

Greensborough scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Greensborough or Watsonia.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →