Overall score
Gosnells
53.8/100
Maddington
50.6/100
Gosnells vs Maddington, WA suburb comparison
Gosnells for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GosnellsMaddington
Crime rate
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Maddington
932.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gosnells
449
Maddington
163
Population
Gosnells
21,149
Maddington
12,419
Metric leadGosnells 8Maddington 11 tiedacross 10 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.
| Category | Gosnells | Maddington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.8/100 | 50.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.2/100 | 33.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 553.3 / 1k | 932.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 40 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 143 | 95 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 449 | 163 |
| Population | 21,149 | 12,419 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gosnells is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Maddington is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Gosnells is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Maddington answers with stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Gosnells, while Maddington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.