Overall score
Cannington
61.2/100
Lynwood
57.8/100
Lynwood for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cannington
61.2/100
Lynwood
57.8/100
Crime rate
Cannington
1716.3 / 1k
Lynwood
3545.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cannington
327
Lynwood
58
Population
Cannington
6,875
Lynwood
3,541
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 | Cannington | Lynwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.2/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 7.7/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1716.3 / 1k | 3545.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 26 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 327 | 58 |
| Population | 6,875 | 3,541 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Cannington is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Lynwood is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Cannington tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Lynwood stands out for housing affordability.
Choose Cannington if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Lynwood for retirees and investors.