Overall score
Hocking
43.2/100
Madeley
54.5/100
Hocking vs Madeley, WA Suburb Comparison
Madeley for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HockingMadeley
Crime rate
Hocking
32.4 / 1k
Madeley
32.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hocking
35
Madeley
94
Population
Hocking
6,987
Madeley
6,805
Metric leadHocking 2Madeley 82 tiedacross 12 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.
| Category | Hocking | Madeley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.2/100 | 54.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.4/100 | 56.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 32.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 33 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 94 |
| Green cover | 10.4% | 1.0% |
| Population | 6,987 | 6,805 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Hocking is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, while Madeley is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hocking is stronger for a larger local community; Madeley answers with schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Madeley, while Hocking remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.