Overall score
Churchlands
55.9/100
Osborne Park
51.8/100
Churchlands for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Churchlands
55.9/100
Osborne Park
51.8/100
Crime rate
Churchlands
3004.5 / 1k
Osborne Park
4769.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Churchlands
100
Osborne Park
214
Population
Churchlands
3,638
Osborne Park
4,463
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 | Churchlands | Osborne Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.9/100 | 51.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.5/100 | 23.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3004.5 / 1k | 4769.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 71 |
| Walkability | 74.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 100 | 214 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 3,638 | 4,463 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Churchlands is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Osborne Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Churchlands is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Osborne Park answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Churchlands if you are weighing value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools; lean toward Osborne Park for retirees and families.