Overall score
Bedford
56.0/100
Noranda
50.2/100
Bedford vs Noranda, WA Suburb Comparison
Bedford for retirees and families; Noranda for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BedfordNoranda
Crime rate
Bedford
47.4 / 1k
Noranda
47.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bedford
147
Noranda
76
Population
Bedford
5,716
Noranda
8,002
Metric leadBedford 6Noranda 42 tiedacross 12 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 | Bedford | Noranda |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.0/100 | 50.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.4 / 1k | 47.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 41 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 147 | 76 |
| Green cover | 8.4% | 5.5% |
| Population | 5,716 | 8,002 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bedford is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Noranda is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Bedford is stronger for schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities; Noranda answers with housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Bedford suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Noranda is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
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.