Overall score
Berwick
75.6/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Berwick for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Berwick
75.6/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Crime rate
Berwick
62.5 / 1k
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Berwick
506
Gosnells
449
Population
Berwick
50,298
Gosnells
21,149
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 | Berwick | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 75.6/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.6/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.5 / 1k | 553.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 65 | 40 |
| Public transport stops | 248 | 143 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 506 | 449 |
| Planning activity | 225 | — |
| Population | 50,298 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 1/10 |
Berwick (VIC) is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Gosnells (WA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Berwick is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Gosnells answers with excellent public transport and a hub for schools and preschools. Berwick generally means more sought-after housing, while Gosnells leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Berwick, while Gosnells remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.