Overall score
Highgate Hill
60.3/100
West End
67.2/100
West End for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Highgate Hill
60.3/100
West End
67.2/100
Crime rate
Highgate Hill
67.4 / 1k
West End
67.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Highgate Hill
183
West End
1,195
Population
Highgate Hill
6,229
West End
14,730
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 | Highgate Hill | West End |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.3/100 | 67.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.1/100 | 14.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.4 / 1k | 67.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 57 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 183 | 1,195 |
| Population | 6,229 | 14,730 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Highgate Hill reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; West End is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Highgate Hill tends to lead on an affluent, sought-after address and well-served by public transport, while West End stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer West End, while Highgate Hill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.