Brighton
City in Victoria, Australia
Overview
Brighton, Victoria is a scenic bayside suburb of Melbourne, renowned for its iconic bathing boxes, pristine beaches, and relaxed yet upscale atmosphere. With a blend of leafy streets, exclusive boutiques, and coastal charm, it's a favored destination for both locals and visitors seeking a tranquil retreat close to the city.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Victoria
Population
4,983
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-37.91°, 145.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
91
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
92
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,315
Local Cost
$2,250
Local Income
$4,000
Cashless
96
English
100
Temperature
14.7°C
Summer Avg
19.3°C
Winter Avg
9.9°C
Record High
41.9°C
Record Low
1.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
715 mm
Internet Speed
141 Mbps
Upload
29 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
58
Coworking
0
Cafes
26
Nightlife
7
Parks
25
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
776.0
Airport
MBW
Distance
12 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 47 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 89/100.