Overall score
Hocking
49.2/100
Madeley
62.7/100
Hocking vs Madeley, WA suburb comparison
Madeley for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HockingMadeley
Crime rate
Hocking
1667.9 / 1k
Madeley
1730.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hocking
23
Madeley
67
Population
Hocking
6,987
Madeley
6,805
Metric leadHocking 2Madeley 71 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Hocking is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, while Madeley is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hocking is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Madeley answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Madeley, while Hocking remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.