Overall score
Broadmeadow
51.2/100
The Junction
55.8/100
Broadmeadow for families; The Junction for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Broadmeadow
51.2/100
The Junction
55.8/100
Crime rate
Broadmeadow
306.5 / 1k
The Junction
80.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Broadmeadow
166
The Junction
51
Population
Broadmeadow
1,688
The Junction
994
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 | Broadmeadow | The Junction |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.2/100 | 55.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 57.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 306.5 / 1k | 80.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 66 | 25 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 166 | 51 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 10 |
| Green cover | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Population | 1,688 | 994 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Broadmeadow is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while The Junction is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Broadmeadow tends to lead on schools and education options, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities, while The Junction stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and walkability.
Broadmeadow suits investors more clearly, whereas The Junction is the stronger match for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.