Australia has once again proven why it's not just a top destination for education, but also for quality of living. In the latest 2025 Global Liveability Index by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), three Australian cities, Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide, have made it to the top ten most liveable cities in the world.

What is the Global Liveability Index?

The index ranks 173 cities worldwide across five key categories:

Stability
Healthcare
Culture & Environment
Education
Infrastructure

Australia's Standout Performers

Melbourne – Ranked #4 Globally

With a score of 97/100, Melbourne continues to impress, holding on to its spot from 2024. Once named the world’s most liveable city for seven consecutive years, Melbourne remains Australia’s top city in 2025.

✅ 100/100 in Healthcare & Education
✅ Stability: 95
✅ Infrastructure: 96.4
✅ Culture & Environment: 95.8

Sydney – Ranked #6

Sydney improved its global standing, moving up from 7th place last year to 6th in 2025.

✅ 100/100 in Healthcare & Education
✅ Stability: 95
✅ Infrastructure: 96.4
✅ Culture & Environment: 94.4

Adelaide – Now Ranked #9

In a pleasant surprise, Adelaide entered the top 10 for the first time, jumping from 11th in 2024 and an incredible 30th in 2022.

✅ Overall Score: 95.9
✅ Matches Melbourne and Sydney in all categories except Culture & Environment (91.4)

What This Means for Students

For students aspiring to study in Australia, these rankings aren’t just numbers; they reflect the safety, comfort, and quality of life you can expect while pursuing your education. Whether it's Melbourne’s vibrant culture, Sydney’s dynamic energy, or Adelaide’s rising star appeal, Australia offers not just academic excellence but a lifestyle that ranks among the best in the world.

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At Abe Services, we help students find the right programs in these world-class cities. Talk to our counsellors and take your first step toward an exceptional education and a truly liveable experience.

2025 Top 10 Most Liveable Cities in the World

Copenhagen, Denmark
Vienna, Austria
Zürich, Switzerland
Melbourne, Australia
Geneva, Switzerland
Sydney, Australia
Osaka, Japan
Auckland, New Zealand
Adelaide, Australia
Vancouver, Canada

Australia Shines in 2025 Global Liveability Index: Melbourne, Sydney & Adelaide Among World’s Top Cities

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