Overall score
Ngunnawal
64.3/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Ngunnawal for retirees and families; Gosnells for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ngunnawal
64.3/100
Gosnells
53.8/100
Crime rate
Ngunnawal
12.3 / 1k
Gosnells
553.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ngunnawal
111
Gosnells
449
Population
Ngunnawal
10,957
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 | Ngunnawal | Gosnells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.3/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.3 / 1k | 553.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 40 |
| Public transport stops | — | 143 |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 111 | 449 |
| Planning activity | 5 | — |
| Population | 10,957 | 21,149 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 1/10 |
Ngunnawal (ACT) is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Gosnells (WA) is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Ngunnawal pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Gosnells is the better pick for schools and education options and parks and reserves. Ngunnawal generally means more sought-after housing, while Gosnells leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Retirees and investors may find Ngunnawal the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Gosnells.