Overall score
Banksia Park
53.4/100
St Agnes
65.4/100
Banksia Park for retirees; St Agnes for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Banksia Park
53.4/100
St Agnes
65.4/100
Crime rate
Banksia Park
21.7 / 1k
St Agnes
50.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Banksia Park
64
St Agnes
127
Population
Banksia Park
3,346
St Agnes
4,233
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 | Banksia Park | St Agnes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.4/100 | 65.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.1/100 | 75.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 21.7 / 1k | 50.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 28 |
| Walkability | 26.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 127 |
| Planning activity | 40 | 40 |
| Population | 3,346 | 4,233 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Banksia Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while St Agnes is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Banksia Park pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas St Agnes is the better pick for schools and education options and public transport access.
Banksia Park suits retirees more clearly, whereas St Agnes is the stronger match for families and value-focused buyers.