Overall score
Labrador
56.1/100
Parkwood
54.9/100
Labrador for schools; Parkwood for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Labrador
56.1/100
Parkwood
54.9/100
Crime rate
Labrador
86.0 / 1k
Parkwood
42.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Labrador
369
Parkwood
87
Population
Labrador
18,643
Parkwood
8,837
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.
Put side by side, Labrador is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Parkwood is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Labrador tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Parkwood stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Labrador sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Parkwood.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Parkwood, while Labrador remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.