Overall score
Gnangara
28.6/100
Hocking
49.2/100
Gnangara vs Hocking, WA suburb comparison
Hocking for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GnangaraHocking
Crime rate
Gnangara
8675.7 / 1k
Hocking
1667.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gnangara
1
Hocking
23
Population
Gnangara
1,347
Hocking
6,987
Metric leadGnangara 0Hocking 81 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gnangara is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Hocking is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Gnangara is stronger for improving crime trends and a mature, settled community; Hocking answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Gnangara generally means more mid-market housing value, while Hocking leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hocking, while Gnangara remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.