Overall score
Rangeway
35.7/100
Wandina
39.4/100
Rangeway vs Wandina, WA Suburb Comparison
Rangeway for retirees and families; Wandina for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RangewayWandina
Crime rate
Rangeway
132.8 / 1k
Wandina
132.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rangeway
32
Wandina
36
Population
Rangeway
1,871
Wandina
4,375
Metric leadRangeway 2Wandina 82 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Rangeway | Wandina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.7/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.4/100 | 35.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 132.8 / 1k | 132.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 2.8/100 | 2.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 21 |
| Walkability | 21.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 36 |
| Green cover | 3.0% | 4.9% |
| Population | 1,871 | 4,375 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Rangeway is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Wandina is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Rangeway tends to lead on schools and education options, while Wandina stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access. On housing, Rangeway sits in a affordable band, compared with a gently premium feel in Wandina.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Rangeway the better fit, while retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wandina.
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.