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Heidelberg vs Heidelberg Heights

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Heidelberg scores higher on 8 of 10 measures.

HeidelbergHeidelberg Heights
Active846
Safety326
Wealth4629
Value6347
Parks749
Cafés8029
Transit4383
Green space7420
Active & healthy8127
Schools nearby (OSM)6612
Median rent$400/wk $381/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,602,800$1,050,000
House sales this quarter825
Population7,3606,758
Full profile Heidelberg in full Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg safer than Heidelberg Heights?

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

Which is cheaper, Heidelberg or Heidelberg Heights?

Heidelberg Heights has the lower median house price of the two ($1,050,000 vs $1,602,800).

Should I live in Heidelberg or Heidelberg Heights?

Heidelberg scores higher on 8 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Heidelberg or Heidelberg Heights.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →