Overall score
Maddington
50.6/100
Martin
30.2/100
Maddington for families and value; Martin for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Maddington
50.6/100
Martin
30.2/100
Crime rate
Maddington
932.6 / 1k
Martin
6227.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Maddington
163
Martin
0
Population
Maddington
12,419
Martin
1,854
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 | Maddington | Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.6/100 | 30.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.5/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 932.6 / 1k | 6227.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 95 | 7 |
| Walkability | 46.0/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 163 | 0 |
| Population | 12,419 | 1,854 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 7/10 |
Maddington is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Martin is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Maddington sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Martin is further out with more breathing room.
Maddington pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Martin is the better pick for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Maddington generally means more approachable housing costs, while Martin leans toward more sought-after housing.
Retirees and families may find Maddington the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Martin.