Overall score
Bridgenorth
33.4/100
Lanena
22.4/100
Bridgenorth for retirees and investment; Lanena for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bridgenorth
33.4/100
Lanena
22.4/100
Crime rate
Bridgenorth
2852.8 / 1k
Lanena
3401.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bridgenorth
2
Lanena
0
Population
Bridgenorth
403
Lanena
343
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 | Bridgenorth | Lanena |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.4/100 | 22.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.4/100 | 43.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 2852.8 / 1k | 3401.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 0 |
| Population | 403 | 343 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Bridgenorth is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Lanena is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Bridgenorth sits among greener hillside streets, while Lanena keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Bridgenorth is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Lanena answers with walkability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. On housing, Bridgenorth sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Lanena.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Bridgenorth, while Lanena remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.