Overall score
Forde
55.8/100
Moncrieff
45.0/100
Forde for retirees and families; Moncrieff for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Forde
55.8/100
Moncrieff
45.0/100
Crime rate
Forde
7.4 / 1k
Moncrieff
11.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Forde
597
Moncrieff
86
Population
Forde
4,435
Moncrieff
5,310
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 | Forde | Moncrieff |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.8/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.3/100 | 41.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.4 / 1k | 11.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 51.2/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Walkability | 56.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 597 | 86 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 4 |
| Green cover | 28.8% | 15.8% |
| Population | 4,435 | 5,310 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Forde is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Moncrieff is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Forde tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Moncrieff stands out for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and a calmer planning outlook.
Forde suits retirees more clearly, whereas Moncrieff is the stronger match for families, investors, and households prioritising schools.
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.