East Cannington vs Ferndale, WA suburb comparison
Which suburb suits you better?
Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.
| Category | East Cannington | Ferndale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 46.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.4/100 | 32.4/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 34 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 120 |
| Population | 6,512 | 4,457 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for familiesEast Cannington
- Best for investmentEast Cannington
- Best for best valueEast Cannington
- Best for best schoolsEast Cannington
Comparison summary
East Cannington reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Ferndale is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
East Cannington pulls ahead on housing affordability and a larger local community, whereas Ferndale is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer East Cannington, while Ferndale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.