Overall score
Bennett Springs
49.5/100
Dayton
60.3/100
Bennett Springs vs Dayton, WA suburb comparison
Dayton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bennett SpringsDayton
Crime rate
Bennett Springs
1550.1 / 1k
Dayton
1669.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bennett Springs
26
Dayton
54
Population
Bennett Springs
5,929
Dayton
5,507
Metric leadBennett Springs 4Dayton 51 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 | Bennett Springs | Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.5/100 | 60.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1550.1 / 1k | 1669.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 19 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 59.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 54 |
| Population | 5,929 | 5,507 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bennett Springs is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Dayton is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Bennett Springs pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Dayton is the better pick for schools and education options and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Dayton, while Bennett Springs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.