Overall score
Forrestfield
56.4/100
High Wycombe
55.9/100
Forrestfield vs High Wycombe, WA Suburb Comparison
Forrestfield for schools; High Wycombe for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ForrestfieldHigh Wycombe
Crime rate
Forrestfield
43.1 / 1k
High Wycombe
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Forrestfield
509
High Wycombe
365
Population
Forrestfield
13,181
High Wycombe
12,198
Metric leadForrestfield 8High Wycombe 13 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesHigh Wycombe
- Best for investmentHigh Wycombe
- Best for best schoolsForrestfield
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Forrestfield | High Wycombe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.4/100 | 55.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.5/100 | 54.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 27 |
| Public transport stops | 87 | 72 |
| Walkability | 96.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 509 | 365 |
| Green cover | 29.3% | 13.3% |
| Population | 13,181 | 12,198 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Forrestfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and High Wycombe is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Forrestfield is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; High Wycombe answers with walkability.
On balance, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Forrestfield, while High Wycombe remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.