Overall score
Churchlands
55.9/100
Glendalough
39.7/100
Churchlands vs Glendalough, WA suburb comparison
Churchlands for retirees and investment; Glendalough for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChurchlandsGlendalough
Crime rate
Churchlands
3004.5 / 1k
Glendalough
4081.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Churchlands
100
Glendalough
18
Population
Churchlands
3,638
Glendalough
2,628
Metric leadChurchlands 9Glendalough 01 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesChurchlands
- Best for familiesGlendalough
- Best for investmentChurchlands
- Best for best valueChurchlands
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 | Churchlands | Glendalough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.9/100 | 39.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.5/100 | 11.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 3004.5 / 1k | 4081.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 8 |
| Walkability | 74.0/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 100 | 18 |
| Population | 3,638 | 2,628 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Churchlands is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Glendalough is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Churchlands tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Glendalough stands out for improving crime trends.
Churchlands suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Glendalough is the stronger match for retirees and families.