Overall score
Beckenham
59.1/100
Thornlie
68.8/100
Beckenham vs Thornlie, WA suburb comparison
Beckenham for retirees; Thornlie for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BeckenhamThornlie
Crime rate
Beckenham
1333.8 / 1k
Thornlie
516.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beckenham
266
Thornlie
318
Population
Beckenham
9,092
Thornlie
23,665
Metric leadBeckenham 2Thornlie 71 tiedacross 10 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 | Thornlie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.1/100 | 68.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1333.8 / 1k | 516.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 129 |
| Walkability | 96.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 266 | 318 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 9,092 | 23,665 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Beckenham is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Thornlie is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Beckenham is stronger for parks and reserves and walkability; Thornlie answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Thornlie, while Beckenham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.