Overall score
Glen Forrest
44.5/100
Mahogany Creek
38.9/100
Glen Forrest for retirees and schools; Mahogany Creek for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Glen Forrest
44.5/100
Mahogany Creek
38.9/100
Crime rate
Glen Forrest
3482.4 / 1k
Mahogany Creek
10812.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glen Forrest
34
Mahogany Creek
9
Population
Glen Forrest
2,789
Mahogany Creek
829
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 | Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.5/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3482.4 / 1k | 10812.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 15 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 9 |
| Population | 2,789 | 829 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Glen Forrest is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, and Mahogany Creek is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Glen Forrest tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Mahogany Creek stands out for housing affordability. Glen Forrest generally means more sought-after housing, while Mahogany Creek leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Retirees and families may find Glen Forrest the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Mahogany Creek.