Overall score
The Gardens
50.0/100
Woolner
41.1/100
Woolner for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
The Gardens
50.0/100
Woolner
41.1/100
Nearby amenities
The Gardens
204
Woolner
36
Population
The Gardens
726
Woolner
962
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 | The Gardens | Woolner |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.0/100 | 41.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 7.2/100 | 16.3/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 1 |
| Walkability | 18.5/100 | 3.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 204 | 36 |
| Population | 726 | 962 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
The Gardens is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Woolner is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
The Gardens pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Woolner is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and households prioritising schools may find The Gardens the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Woolner.