Overall score
Gilberton
46.8/100
Walkerville
53.0/100
Gilberton for families and value; Walkerville for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gilberton
46.8/100
Walkerville
53.0/100
Crime rate
Gilberton
60.0 / 1k
Walkerville
65.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilberton
42
Walkerville
150
Population
Gilberton
1,528
Walkerville
2,867
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 | Gilberton | Walkerville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.8/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.9/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.0 / 1k | 65.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 15 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 69.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 150 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 34 |
| Green cover | 10.5% | 6.0% |
| Population | 1,528 | 2,867 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Gilberton is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Walkerville is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Gilberton pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, tree cover and green space, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Walkerville is the better pick for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Choose Gilberton if you are weighing families, investors, and households prioritising schools; lean toward Walkerville for 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.