Overall score
Lethbridge Park
42.7/100
Whalan
47.7/100
Whalan for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lethbridge Park
42.7/100
Whalan
47.7/100
Crime rate
Lethbridge Park
194.3 / 1k
Whalan
194.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lethbridge Park
64
Whalan
75
Population
Lethbridge Park
4,730
Whalan
5,929
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 | Lethbridge Park | Whalan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.7/100 | 47.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.2/100 | 40.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.3 / 1k | 194.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 80 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 75 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 5 |
| Population | 4,730 | 5,929 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Lethbridge Park reads as a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood; Whalan is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Lethbridge Park sits among greener hillside streets, while Whalan keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Lethbridge Park pulls ahead on excellent public transport and relatively affordable housing, whereas Whalan is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Whalan, while Lethbridge Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.