Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Windale
42.4/100
Belmont North for retirees and families; Windale for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belmont North
52.7/100
Windale
42.4/100
Crime rate
Belmont North
88.0 / 1k
Windale
177.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont North
101
Windale
78
Population
Belmont North
6,291
Windale
3,421
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 | Belmont North | Windale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.7/100 | 42.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.7/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.0 / 1k | 177.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 115 | 83 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 78 |
| Planning activity | 27 | 4 |
| Population | 6,291 | 3,421 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Belmont North is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Windale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Belmont North pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas Windale is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options. Belmont North generally means more sought-after housing, while Windale leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Retirees and families may find Belmont North the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Windale.