Overall score
Lynwood
57.8/100
Wilson
52.9/100
Wilson for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Lynwood
57.8/100
Wilson
52.9/100
Crime rate
Lynwood
3545.7 / 1k
Wilson
1798.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lynwood
58
Wilson
74
Population
Lynwood
3,541
Wilson
6,608
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.
Lynwood reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Wilson is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Lynwood sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wilson is closer to the city centre.
On the data, Lynwood is stronger for walkability and overall desirability; Wilson answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Wilson, while Lynwood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.