Overall score
Mile End
46.6/100
West Richmond
36.1/100
West Richmond for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mile End
46.6/100
West Richmond
36.1/100
Crime rate
Mile End
104.6 / 1k
West Richmond
74.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mile End
195
West Richmond
32
Population
Mile End
4,536
West Richmond
1,087
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 | Mile End | West Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.1/100 | 57.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 104.6 / 1k | 74.6 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 2 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 7.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 195 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 54 | 13 |
| Green cover | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Population | 4,536 | 1,087 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Mile End reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; West Richmond is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Mile End is stronger for public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities; West Richmond answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer West Richmond, while Mile End remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.