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Williamstown vs Williamstown North

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 1.5 km apart, on the same open data. Williamstown scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

WilliamstownWilliamstown North
Active9074
Safety4315
Wealth8665
Value8185
Parks5658
Cafés597
Transit5339
Green space233
Active & healthy4540
Schools nearby (OSM)7810
Median rent$450/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$1,560,000$1,292,500
House sales this quarter5712
Population14,4071,622
Full profile Williamstown in full Williamstown North 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 Williamstown safer than Williamstown North?

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

Which is cheaper, Williamstown or Williamstown North?

Williamstown North has the lower median house price of the two ($1,292,500 vs $1,560,000).

Should I live in Williamstown or Williamstown North?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →