Overall score
Chidlow
42.5/100
Mount Helena
45.6/100
Chidlow vs Mount Helena, WA suburb comparison
Mount Helena for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChidlowMount Helena
Crime rate
Chidlow
4747.1 / 1k
Mount Helena
2661.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chidlow
17
Mount Helena
0
Population
Chidlow
1,821
Mount Helena
3,373
Metric leadChidlow 2Mount Helena 7across 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 familiesMount Helena
- Best for investmentMount Helena
- Best for best valueMount Helena
- Best for best schoolsMount Helena
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 | Chidlow | Mount Helena |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.5/100 | 45.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.3/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 4747.1 / 1k | 2661.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 27 | 48 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 0 |
| Population | 1,821 | 3,373 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Chidlow is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks, and Mount Helena is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. Chidlow sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Mount Helena is further out with more breathing room.
Chidlow tends to lead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Mount Helena stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Chidlow suits retirees more clearly, whereas Mount Helena is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.