Overall score
Hannans
38.9/100
West Lamington
28.9/100
Hannans for retirees and investment; West Lamington for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hannans
38.9/100
West Lamington
28.9/100
Crime rate
Hannans
2329.7 / 1k
West Lamington
4113.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hannans
29
West Lamington
6
Population
Hannans
2,410
West Lamington
1,373
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 | Hannans | West Lamington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.9/100 | 28.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.4/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 2329.7 / 1k | 4113.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 9 |
| Walkability | 49.0/100 | 13.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 6 |
| Population | 2,410 | 1,373 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Hannans reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; West Lamington is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Hannans is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; West Lamington answers with parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hannans, while West Lamington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.