Overall score
Auburn
62.6/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Auburn for investment; Gosnells for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Auburn
62.6/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Crime rate
Auburn
58.7 / 1k
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Auburn
312
Gosnells
449
Population
Auburn
39,333
Gosnells
21,149
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 | Auburn | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.6/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 19.4/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.7 / 1k | 553.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 40 |
| Public transport stops | 309 | 143 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 312 | 449 |
| Planning activity | 58 | — |
| Population | 39,333 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Auburn (NSW) is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Gosnells (WA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Auburn tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Gosnells stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
Choose Auburn if you are weighing investors; lean toward Gosnells for retirees and families.