Overall score
Armadale
53.0/100
Mount Nasura
37.4/100
Armadale for families; Mount Nasura for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Armadale
53.0/100
Mount Nasura
37.4/100
Crime rate
Armadale
784.2 / 1k
Mount Nasura
4100.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Armadale
211
Mount Nasura
70
Population
Armadale
13,415
Mount Nasura
2,997
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 | Armadale | Mount Nasura |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.0/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.2/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 784.2 / 1k | 4100.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 20 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 115 | 12 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 211 | 70 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 13,415 | 2,997 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Armadale is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Mount Nasura is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. Mount Nasura sits among greener hillside streets, while Armadale keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Armadale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Mount Nasura stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Armadale generally means more approachable housing costs, while Mount Nasura leans toward more sought-after housing.
Retirees and families may find Armadale the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Mount Nasura.