Overall score
Gosnells
53.8/100
Huntingdale
59.9/100
Gosnells for families and schools; Huntingdale for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gosnells
53.8/100
Huntingdale
59.9/100
Crime rate
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Huntingdale
1223.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gosnells
449
Huntingdale
213
Population
Gosnells
21,149
Huntingdale
9,021
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 | Gosnells | Huntingdale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.8/100 | 59.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 553.3 / 1k | 1223.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 40 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 143 | 45 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 449 | 213 |
| Population | 21,149 | 9,021 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Gosnells reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Huntingdale is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Gosnells is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Huntingdale answers with housing affordability and walkability. On housing, Gosnells sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Huntingdale.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Gosnells the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Huntingdale.