Overall score
Dudley Park
40.9/100
Ferryden Park
46.3/100
Dudley Park for schools; Ferryden Park for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dudley Park
40.9/100
Ferryden Park
46.3/100
Crime rate
Dudley Park
91.8 / 1k
Ferryden Park
50.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dudley Park
69
Ferryden Park
70
Population
Dudley Park
670
Ferryden Park
4,495
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 | Dudley Park | Ferryden Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.9/100 | 46.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.4/100 | 72.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 91.8 / 1k | 50.4 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 11 | 14 |
| Walkability | 18.5/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 69 | 70 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 25 |
| Population | 670 | 4,495 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Dudley Park reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Ferryden Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Dudley Park tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Ferryden Park stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Dudley Park if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Ferryden Park for retirees and investors.