Overall score
Albion
54.6/100
Gordon Park
56.4/100
Gordon Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Albion
54.6/100
Gordon Park
56.4/100
Crime rate
Albion
77.9 / 1k
Gordon Park
42.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Albion
422
Gordon Park
48
Population
Albion
3,446
Gordon Park
4,390
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Albion | Gordon Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.6/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 6.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.9 / 1k | 42.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 17 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 33.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 422 | 48 |
| Population | 3,446 | 4,390 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Albion reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Gordon Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Albion pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Gordon Park is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Albion suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Gordon Park is the stronger match for retirees and investors.