Overall score
Boya
36.2/100
Darlington
49.4/100
Boya vs Darlington, WA suburb comparison
Darlington for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BoyaDarlington
Crime rate
Boya
12586.8 / 1k
Darlington
2603.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Boya
12
Darlington
50
Population
Boya
669
Darlington
3,725
Metric leadBoya 0Darlington 72 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesDarlington
- Best for investmentDarlington
- Best for best valueDarlington
- Best for best schoolsDarlington
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 | Boya | Darlington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.2/100 | 49.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.2/100 | 46.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 12586.8 / 1k | 2603.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 37 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 12 | 50 |
| Population | 669 | 3,725 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Boya is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Darlington is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Boya pulls ahead on an affluent, sought-after address and improving crime trends, whereas Darlington is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Darlington, while Boya remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.