Overall score
Floraville
31.6/100
Windale
42.4/100
Floraville for retirees and families; Windale for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Floraville
31.6/100
Windale
42.4/100
Crime rate
Floraville
88.0 / 1k
Windale
177.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Floraville
18
Windale
78
Population
Floraville
1,814
Windale
3,421
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 | Floraville | Windale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.6/100 | 42.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.7/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.0 / 1k | 177.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 83 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 18 | 78 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 4 |
| Population | 1,814 | 3,421 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 1/10 |
Floraville reads as a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city; Windale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Floraville sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Windale is in a middle-ring position.
Floraville tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Windale stands out for housing affordability and public transport access. Floraville generally means more sought-after housing, while Windale leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Choose Floraville if you are weighing retirees and investors; lean toward Windale for families and value-focused buyers.