Overall score
Forrestfield
56.4/100
Maida Vale
58.3/100
Forrestfield vs Maida Vale, WA Suburb Comparison
Forrestfield for retirees; Maida Vale for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ForrestfieldMaida Vale
Crime rate
Forrestfield
43.1 / 1k
Maida Vale
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Forrestfield
509
Maida Vale
80
Population
Forrestfield
13,181
Maida Vale
4,499
Metric leadForrestfield 7Maida Vale 32 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 retireesForrestfield
- Best for investmentMaida Vale
- Best for best valueMaida Vale
- Best for best schoolsMaida Vale
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 | Maida Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.4/100 | 58.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.5/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 87 | 42 |
| Walkability | 96.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 509 | 80 |
| Green cover | 29.3% | 10.6% |
| Population | 13,181 | 4,499 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Forrestfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Maida Vale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Forrestfield tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Maida Vale stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Forrestfield suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Maida Vale is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
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.