Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Gosnells
43.9/100
Morphett Vale for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Morphett Vale
48.2/100
Gosnells
43.9/100
Crime rate
Morphett Vale
55.9 / 1k
Gosnells
63.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Morphett Vale
325
Gosnells
791
Population
Morphett Vale
24,002
Gosnells
21,149
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 | Morphett Vale | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 43.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.5/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 55.9 / 1k | 63.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 40 |
| Public transport stops | 132 | 143 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 325 | 791 |
| Planning activity | 330 | — |
| Green cover | 14.7% | 10.3% |
| Population | 24,002 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Morphett Vale (SA) is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Gosnells (WA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Morphett Vale is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options; Gosnells answers with public transport access, plus nearby cafés and amenities.
Morphett Vale suits retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Gosnells is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.
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.