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Macleod vs Yallambie

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Macleod scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

MacleodYallambie
Active2241
Safety9197
Wealth4180
Value5799
Parks8394
Cafés287
Transit2925
Green space7256
Active & healthy3951
Schools nearby (OSM)3818
Median rent$396/wk $340/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,101,000$1,026,800
House sales this quarter318
Population9,8924,161
Full profile Macleod in full Yallambie 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 Yallambie?

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

Which is cheaper, Macleod or Yallambie?

Yallambie has the lower median house price of the two ($1,026,800 vs $1,101,000).

Should I live in Macleod or Yallambie?

Macleod scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Macleod or Yallambie.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →