Heidelberg vs Northcote

Heidelberg and Northcote are neighbouring areas with distinct profiles, particularly for First Nations residents. In Northcote, First Nations people have a much higher rate of Year 12 completion at 68.6% and a typical household income of $1,937, while in Heidelberg these figures are 48.5% and $1,442. Northcote is also a walker's paradise with a walkability score of 8.9, compared to Heidelberg's very walkable 7.8. This difference is reflected in the street layout, as Northcote has far more intersections per square kilometre.

Both areas are almost identical when it comes to the types of amenities residents can reach within a 15-minute walk. They are also nearly the same in terms of access to schools, parks and public transport, with almost every home in both places being within a short walk of these services. While Heidelberg has a larger First Nations population at 484 people, Northcote has a higher share of residents who speak a First Nations language.