Overall score
Glendalough
45.1/100
Wembley Downs
61.8/100
Glendalough vs Wembley Downs, WA Suburb Comparison
Wembley Downs for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlendaloughWembley Downs
Crime rate
Glendalough
47.4 / 1k
Wembley Downs
47.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glendalough
61
Wembley Downs
106
Population
Glendalough
2,628
Wembley Downs
6,743
Metric leadGlendalough 1Wembley Downs 92 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 retireesWembley Downs
- Best for familiesWembley Downs
- Best for investmentWembley Downs
- Best for best valueWembley Downs
- Best for best schoolsWembley Downs
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 | Glendalough | Wembley Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.1/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.1/100 | 58.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.4 / 1k | 47.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 38 |
| Walkability | 14.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 61 | 106 |
| Green cover | 24.9% | 19.7% |
| Population | 2,628 | 6,743 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Glendalough reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Wembley Downs is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Glendalough is stronger for a hub for schools and preschools, plus highly regarded local schools; Wembley Downs answers with housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wembley Downs, while Glendalough 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.