Overall score
Gooseberry Hill
49.7/100
Maida Vale
56.4/100
Gooseberry Hill for retirees and families; Maida Vale for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gooseberry Hill
49.7/100
Maida Vale
56.4/100
Crime rate
Gooseberry Hill
2981.6 / 1k
Maida Vale
2205.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gooseberry Hill
32
Maida Vale
48
Population
Gooseberry Hill
3,323
Maida Vale
4,499
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 | Gooseberry Hill | Maida Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.7/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2981.6 / 1k | 2205.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 42 | 42 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 48 |
| Population | 3,323 | 4,499 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Put side by side, Gooseberry Hill is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, and Maida Vale is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Gooseberry Hill tends to lead on schools and education options and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Maida Vale stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees and families may find Gooseberry Hill the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Maida Vale.