Overall score
Mandurah
53.4/100
Meadow Springs
50.9/100
Mandurah for beach lifestyle; Meadow Springs for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mandurah
53.4/100
Meadow Springs
50.9/100
Crime rate
Mandurah
1585.5 / 1k
Meadow Springs
1366.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mandurah
209
Meadow Springs
51
Population
Mandurah
8,804
Meadow Springs
9,160
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 | Mandurah | Meadow Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.4/100 | 50.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.9/100 | 31.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1585.5 / 1k | 1366.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 94 | 44 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 209 | 51 |
| Population | 8,804 | 9,160 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Put side by side, Mandurah is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Meadow Springs is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Where Mandurah is shaped by the coast, Meadow Springs offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Mandurah tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Meadow Springs stands out for a quieter safety profile and a larger local community. On housing, Mandurah sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Meadow Springs.
Mandurah suits families and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Meadow Springs is the stronger match for retirees.