Overall score
Joyner
43.0/100
Warner
48.2/100
Joyner for families and schools; Warner for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Joyner
43.0/100
Warner
48.2/100
Crime rate
Joyner
48.2 / 1k
Warner
48.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Joyner
29
Warner
124
Population
Joyner
3,600
Warner
12,264
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 | Joyner | Warner |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.0/100 | 48.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.4/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 48.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 31.2/100 | 31.2/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 17 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 27.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 124 |
| Green cover | 2.5% | 11.1% |
| Population | 3,600 | 12,264 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Joyner is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, while Warner is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Joyner sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Warner is in a middle-ring position.
Joyner tends to lead on an emerging neighbourhood and good access to parks, while Warner stands out for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access. On housing, Joyner sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Warner.
On balance, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Warner, while Joyner 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.