Overall score
Devonport
52.1/100
Gosnells
43.9/100
Devonport for retirees and investment; Gosnells for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Devonport
52.1/100
Gosnells
43.9/100
Crime rate
Devonport
54.0 / 1k
Gosnells
60.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Devonport
331
Gosnells
791
Population
Devonport
14,481
Gosnells
21,149
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 | Devonport | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.1/100 | 43.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 79.6/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.0 / 1k | 60.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 40 |
| Public transport stops | 73 | 143 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 331 | 791 |
| Green cover | 3.4% | 10.3% |
| Population | 14,481 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Devonport (TAS) is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Gosnells (WA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Devonport sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Gosnells is in a middle-ring position.
Devonport pulls ahead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, whereas Gosnells is the better pick for parks and reserves, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Devonport sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Gosnells.
Retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers may find Devonport the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Gosnells.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.