Armadale vs Brookdale
The verdict
Armadale rates higher for transport (92 vs 74). Armadale has a shorter estimated CBD commute (60 vs 95 min).
Scores
ArmadaleBrookdale
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 65 |
| Transport | 92 | 74 |
| Education | 38 | 39 |
| Liveability | 91 | 79 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,415 | 2,968 |
| Median age | 39 | 30 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,020 | $1,396 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 15.6% | 16.9% |
| Born in Australia | 62.9% | 67.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.9 |
Growth: Armadale High Growth · Brookdale High Growth
Property
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Data not available
Safety
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 71 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 313 | 303 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 149 | 135 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,006 | 1,011 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,424 | 6,424 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 9 | 2 |
| Government | 6 | 2 |
| Independent | 3 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 963 | 880 |
See the full school list on each profile: Armadale · Brookdale
Transport
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 92 | 74 |
| Train stations | 4 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 99 | 16 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 60 | 95 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 630 m | 1.8 km |
Liveability
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.5°C | 18.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 8 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 15 | 0 |
| Parks | 25 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 56 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 6 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.0 km | 21.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 26.2 km | 27.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.4 km | 4.2 km |
Population & growth
| Armadale | Brookdale | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 13,415 | 2,968 |
| Estimated 2025 | 16,027 | 3,546 |
| Projected 2041 | 26,206 | 5,798 |
| Annual growth rate | 4.55% | 4.55% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Armadale or Brookdale?
Brookdale has the higher residential safety score (Armadale 70/100 vs Brookdale 71/100).
Which has better schools, Armadale or Brookdale?
Armadale has a higher average school ICSEA (Armadale 963 vs Brookdale 880; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Armadale or Brookdale?
Armadale has the higher transport score (Armadale 92/100 vs Brookdale 74/100).
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