Overall score
Hemmant
48.9/100
Wynnum West
70.6/100
Hemmant for retirees; Wynnum West for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hemmant
48.9/100
Wynnum West
70.6/100
Crime rate
Hemmant
39.4 / 1k
Wynnum West
37.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hemmant
73
Wynnum West
212
Population
Hemmant
2,886
Wynnum West
12,790
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 | Hemmant | Wynnum West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.9/100 | 70.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.4 / 1k | 37.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 73 |
| Walkability | 11.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 212 |
| Population | 2,886 | 12,790 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Hemmant is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Wynnum West is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Hemmant tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Wynnum West stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. On housing, Hemmant sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Wynnum West.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wynnum West, while Hemmant remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.