Overall score
Annangrove
36.6/100
Gables
50.7/100
Gables for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Annangrove
36.6/100
Gables
50.7/100
Crime rate
Annangrove
16.9 / 1k
Gables
39.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annangrove
17
Gables
77
Population
Annangrove
1,472
Gables
3,339
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 | Annangrove | Gables |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.6/100 | 50.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.1/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 39.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 85 | 76 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 77 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 95 |
| Population | 1,472 | 3,339 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Annangrove reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; Gables is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Annangrove sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Gables is in a middle-ring position.
Annangrove pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas Gables is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Gables, while Annangrove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.