Overall score
Atwell
64.2/100
Aubin Grove
57.1/100
Atwell for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Atwell
64.2/100
Aubin Grove
57.1/100
Crime rate
Atwell
1170.8 / 1k
Aubin Grove
1598.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Atwell
96
Aubin Grove
42
Population
Atwell
9,287
Aubin Grove
6,786
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 | Atwell | Aubin Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.2/100 | 57.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1170.8 / 1k | 1598.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 12 |
| Walkability | 72.0/100 | 49.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 96 | 42 |
| Population | 9,287 | 6,786 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Atwell is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Aubin Grove is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
Atwell pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Aubin Grove is the better pick for parks and reserves and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Atwell, while Aubin Grove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.