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Macleod vs Rosanna

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.1 km apart, on the same open data. Macleod scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

MacleodRosanna
Active2248
Safety9186
Wealth4171
Value5776
Parks8324
Cafés2862
Transit2938
Green space7258
Active & healthy3958
Schools nearby (OSM)3851
Median rent$396/wk $421/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,101,000$1,403,000
House sales this quarter3126
Population9,8928,616
Full profile Macleod 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 Macleod safer than Rosanna?

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

Which is cheaper, Macleod or Rosanna?

Macleod has the lower median house price of the two ($1,101,000 vs $1,403,000).

Should I live in Macleod or Rosanna?

Macleod scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Macleod or Rosanna.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →