Overall score
Dianella
65.6/100
Mirrabooka
53.9/100
Dianella for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dianella
65.6/100
Mirrabooka
53.9/100
Crime rate
Dianella
450.6 / 1k
Mirrabooka
1372.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dianella
201
Mirrabooka
106
Population
Dianella
24,169
Mirrabooka
8,000
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 | Dianella | Mirrabooka |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.6/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.6/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 450.6 / 1k | 1372.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 27 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 109 | 65 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 201 | 106 |
| Population | 24,169 | 8,000 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Dianella is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Mirrabooka is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Dianella sits closer to the city centre, whereas Mirrabooka is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Dianella is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Mirrabooka answers with excellent public transport and generous parks and open space. On housing, Dianella sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Mirrabooka.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Dianella the better fit, while families are more likely to prefer Mirrabooka.