Overall score
Mahomets Flats
43.1/100
Wonthella
38.1/100
Mahomets Flats for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mahomets Flats
43.1/100
Wonthella
38.1/100
Crime rate
Mahomets Flats
8452.1 / 1k
Wonthella
4142.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mahomets Flats
8
Wonthella
25
Population
Mahomets Flats
806
Wonthella
1,711
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 | Mahomets Flats | Wonthella |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.1/100 | 38.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.2/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 8452.1 / 1k | 4142.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 19 |
| Walkability | 21.0/100 | 28.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 25 |
| Population | 806 | 1,711 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Mahomets Flats is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Wonthella is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Mahomets Flats tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Wonthella stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Choose Mahomets Flats if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Wonthella for households prioritising schools.