Overall score
Ashby
42.5/100
Banksia Grove
55.2/100
Ashby for retirees and families; Banksia Grove for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ashby
42.5/100
Banksia Grove
55.2/100
Crime rate
Ashby
3247.4 / 1k
Banksia Grove
785.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashby
20
Banksia Grove
57
Population
Ashby
2,850
Banksia Grove
11,351
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 | Ashby | Banksia Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.5/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3247.4 / 1k | 785.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 40 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 57 |
| Population | 2,850 | 11,351 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Ashby is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Banksia Grove is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Ashby sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Banksia Grove is in a middle-ring position.
Ashby tends to lead on improving crime trends, while Banksia Grove stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Ashby if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Banksia Grove for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.