Overall score
Herne Hill
35.8/100
Millendon
43.7/100
Herne Hill vs Millendon, WA suburb comparison
Herne Hill for schools; Millendon for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Herne HillMillendon
Crime rate
Herne Hill
5931.2 / 1k
Millendon
19284.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Herne Hill
41
Millendon
31
Population
Herne Hill
1,542
Millendon
490
Metric leadHerne Hill 5Millendon 3across 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMillendon
- Best for familiesMillendon
- Best for investmentMillendon
- Best for best valueMillendon
- Best for best schoolsHerne Hill
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 | Herne Hill | Millendon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.8/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.3/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 5931.2 / 1k | 19284.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 10 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 15.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 31 |
| Population | 1,542 | 490 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Herne Hill is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Millendon is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Herne Hill sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Millendon is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Herne Hill is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Millendon answers with housing affordability and overall desirability.
Herne Hill suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Millendon is the stronger match for retirees and families.