Overall score
Belhus
32.6/100
Ellenbrook
63.4/100
Belhus for retirees and families; Ellenbrook for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belhus
32.6/100
Ellenbrook
63.4/100
Crime rate
Belhus
35748.3 / 1k
Ellenbrook
348.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belhus
17
Ellenbrook
84
Population
Belhus
264
Ellenbrook
24,668
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 | Belhus | Ellenbrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 63.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 9.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 35748.3 / 1k | 348.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 39 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 129 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 84 |
| Population | 264 | 24,668 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 4/10 |
Belhus reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Ellenbrook is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Belhus sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Ellenbrook is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Belhus is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Ellenbrook answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Belhus if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Ellenbrook for investors and value-focused buyers.