Overall score
Albion
56.3/100
Ascot
55.0/100
Albion for retirees and families; Ascot for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Albion
56.3/100
Ascot
55.0/100
Crime rate
Albion
127.1 / 1k
Ascot
80.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Albion
432
Ascot
107
Population
Albion
3,446
Ascot
6,531
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 | Ascot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.3/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.5/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 127.1 / 1k | 80.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 45 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 71.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 432 | 107 |
| Green cover | 6.4% | 2.0% |
| Population | 3,446 | 6,531 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Albion is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Ascot is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Albion is stronger for schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities; Ascot answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Ascot, while Albion remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.