Overall score
Mount Gambier
67.1/100
Gosnells
55.8/100
Mount Gambier for investment and value; Gosnells for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mount Gambier
67.1/100
Gosnells
55.8/100
Crime rate
Mount Gambier
67.0 / 1k
Gosnells
265.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mount Gambier
554
Gosnells
449
Population
Mount Gambier
25,591
Gosnells
21,149
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 | Mount Gambier | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.1/100 | 55.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.7/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.0 / 1k | 265.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 40 |
| Public transport stops | 121 | 143 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 554 | 449 |
| Planning activity | 189 | — |
| Population | 25,591 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Across states, Mount Gambier is a leafier hillside larger suburb with elevated outlooks, whereas Gosnells is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Mount Gambier sits among greener hillside streets, while Gosnells keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Mount Gambier pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Gosnells is the better pick for public transport access.
Mount Gambier suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Gosnells is the stronger match for retirees and families.