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Hughesdale vs Murrumbeena

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.1 km apart, on the same open data. Hughesdale scores higher on 2 of 10 measures.

HughesdaleMurrumbeena
Active5192
Safety6977
Wealth5151
Value5579
Parks1414
Cafés6857
Transit7373
Green space1827
Active & healthy3256
Schools nearby (OSM)8635
Median rent$416/wk $386/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,735,000$1,870,000
House sales this quarter1712
Population7,5639,996
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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 Hughesdale safer than Murrumbeena?

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

Which is cheaper, Hughesdale or Murrumbeena?

Hughesdale has the lower median house price of the two ($1,735,000 vs $1,870,000).

Should I live in Hughesdale or Murrumbeena?

Hughesdale scores higher on 2 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Hughesdale or Murrumbeena.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →