Overall score
Johnston
39.6/100
Rosebery
47.5/100
Johnston for schools; Rosebery for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Johnston
39.6/100
Rosebery
47.5/100
Crime rate
Johnston
667.4 / 1k
Rosebery
468.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Johnston
30
Rosebery
55
Population
Johnston
2,386
Rosebery
4,127
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.
Johnston is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Rosebery is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Johnston pulls ahead on parks and reserves, whereas Rosebery is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Johnston generally means more mid-market housing value, while Rosebery leans toward more sought-after housing.
Johnston suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Rosebery is the stronger match for retirees and investors.