Overall score
Darlington
49.3/100
Glen Forrest
44.5/100
Darlington vs Glen Forrest, WA suburb comparison
Darlington for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DarlingtonGlen Forrest
Crime rate
Darlington
2603.4 / 1k
Glen Forrest
3482.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Darlington
50
Glen Forrest
34
Population
Darlington
3,725
Glen Forrest
2,789
Metric leadDarlington 7Glen Forrest 03 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 retireesDarlington
- Best for familiesDarlington
- Best for investmentDarlington
- Best for best valueDarlington
- Best for best schoolsDarlington
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 | Darlington | Glen Forrest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.3/100 | 44.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 2603.4 / 1k | 3482.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 35 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 34 |
| Population | 3,725 | 2,789 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Darlington is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Glen Forrest is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel. Darlington sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Glen Forrest is further out with more breathing room.
Darlington pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Glen Forrest is the better pick for excellent public transport and an affluent, sought-after address.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Darlington, while Glen Forrest remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.