Overall score
Langford
48.3/100
Maddington
50.6/100
Langford vs Maddington, WA suburb comparison
Langford for retirees and families; Maddington for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LangfordMaddington
Crime rate
Langford
2162.7 / 1k
Maddington
932.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Langford
73
Maddington
163
Population
Langford
5,505
Maddington
12,419
Metric leadLangford 0Maddington 81 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLangford
- Best for familiesLangford
- Best for investmentMaddington
- Best for best valueMaddington
- Best for best schoolsLangford
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 | Langford | Maddington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.3/100 | 50.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 24.4/100 | 33.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 2162.7 / 1k | 932.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 95 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 163 |
| Population | 5,505 | 12,419 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Langford is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Maddington is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Langford tends to lead on excellent public transport and generous parks and open space, while Maddington stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Langford the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Maddington.