Overall score
Ballajura
67.4/100
Bennett Springs
49.5/100
Ballajura for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ballajura
67.4/100
Bennett Springs
49.5/100
Crime rate
Ballajura
524.1 / 1k
Bennett Springs
1550.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ballajura
108
Bennett Springs
26
Population
Ballajura
18,459
Bennett Springs
5,929
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 | Ballajura | Bennett Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.4/100 | 49.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 524.1 / 1k | 1550.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 81 | 21 |
| Walkability | 72.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 108 | 26 |
| Population | 18,459 | 5,929 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Ballajura reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Bennett Springs is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Ballajura tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Bennett Springs stands out for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Ballajura, while Bennett Springs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.