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Heidelberg vs Rosanna

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.3 km apart, on the same open data. Heidelberg scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

HeidelbergRosanna
Active8448
Safety386
Wealth4671
Value6376
Parks7424
Cafés8062
Transit4338
Green space7458
Active & healthy8158
Schools nearby (OSM)6651
Median rent$400/wk $421/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,602,800$1,403,000
House sales this quarter826
Population7,3608,616
Full profile Heidelberg in full Rosanna 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 Rosanna?

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

Which is cheaper, Heidelberg or Rosanna?

Rosanna has the lower median house price of the two ($1,403,000 vs $1,602,800).

Should I live in Heidelberg or Rosanna?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →