Glen Forrest vs Mundaring
The verdict
Glen Forrest rates higher for transport (28 vs 23). Mundaring rates higher for liveability (48 vs 30). Glen Forrest is closer to the coast (33.0 km vs 38.3 km).
Scores
Glen ForrestMundaring
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38 | 43 |
| Transport | 28 | 23 |
| Education | 60 | 59 |
| Liveability | 30 | 48 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,789 | 3,190 |
| Median age | 45 | 50 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,103 | $1,773 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 40.7% | 32.9% |
| Born in Australia | 70.7% | 68.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.5 |
Growth: Glen Forrest Stable · Mundaring Moderate Growth
Property
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| 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
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 70 | 70 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 323 | 313 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 143 | 157 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,004 | 1,003 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,424 | 6,424 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,087 | 1,046 |
See the full school list on each profile: Glen Forrest · Mundaring
Transport
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 28 | 23 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 35 | 34 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 83 | 98 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 10.2 km | 15.4 km |
Liveability
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.5°C | 30.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.5°C | 18.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 730 | 730 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 5 |
| Parks | 3 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 33.0 km | 38.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 23.6 km | 28.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 9.6 km | 14.8 km |
Population & growth
| Glen Forrest | Mundaring | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,789 | 3,190 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,937 | 3,371 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,009 | 3,917 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.30% | 1.39% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Glen Forrest or Mundaring?
Glen Forrest and Mundaring have similar residential safety scores (70 and 70/100).
Which has better schools, Glen Forrest or Mundaring?
Glen Forrest has a higher average school ICSEA (Glen Forrest 1087 vs Mundaring 1046; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Glen Forrest or Mundaring?
Glen Forrest has the higher transport score (Glen Forrest 28/100 vs Mundaring 23/100).
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