Overall score
Craigie
57.3/100
Padbury
61.2/100
Craigie for investment and value; Padbury for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Craigie
57.3/100
Padbury
61.2/100
Crime rate
Craigie
1499.4 / 1k
Padbury
1079.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Craigie
55
Padbury
96
Population
Craigie
6,456
Padbury
8,626
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.
Put side by side, Craigie is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Padbury is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Craigie tends to lead on housing affordability, while Padbury stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Craigie suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Padbury is the stronger match for retirees and families.