Overall score
Alfred Cove
52.6/100
Bicton
61.8/100
Alfred Cove vs Bicton, WA Suburb Comparison
Alfred Cove for investment and value; Bicton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Alfred CoveBicton
Crime rate
Alfred Cove
53.7 / 1k
Bicton
53.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alfred Cove
53
Bicton
720
Population
Alfred Cove
2,830
Bicton
6,961
Metric leadAlfred Cove 2Bicton 73 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBicton
- Best for familiesBicton
- Best for investmentAlfred Cove
- Best for best valueAlfred Cove
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 | Alfred Cove | Bicton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.6/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.5/100 | 54.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.7 / 1k | 53.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 22 |
| Walkability | 27.5/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 53 | 720 |
| Green cover | 14.9% | 18.9% |
| Population | 2,830 | 6,961 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Alfred Cove reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Bicton is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Alfred Cove tends to lead on housing affordability, plus schools and education options, while Bicton stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Alfred Cove, while Bicton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.