Overall score
Beckenham
47.9/100
Langford
37.5/100
Beckenham vs Langford, WA Suburb Comparison
Beckenham for retirees and value; Langford for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BeckenhamLangford
Crime rate
Beckenham
73.0 / 1k
Langford
73.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beckenham
622
Langford
103
Population
Beckenham
9,092
Langford
5,505
Metric leadBeckenham 8Langford 12 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Beckenham | Langford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.9/100 | 37.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.0/100 | 37.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 73.0 / 1k | 73.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | — |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 32 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 622 | 103 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Green cover | 8.7% | 17.1% |
| Population | 9,092 | 5,505 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Beckenham is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Langford is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Beckenham pulls ahead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, whereas Langford is the better pick for excellent public transport, plus rapid growth and new development.
Retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers may find Beckenham the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Langford.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.