Overall score
Gosnells
53.8/100
Thornlie
68.8/100
Thornlie for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gosnells
53.8/100
Thornlie
68.8/100
Crime rate
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Thornlie
516.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gosnells
449
Thornlie
318
Population
Gosnells
21,149
Thornlie
23,665
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.
Gosnells reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Thornlie is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Gosnells pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Thornlie is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Gosnells sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Thornlie.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Thornlie, while Gosnells remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.