Overall score
Alfred Cove
56.1/100
Winthrop
58.3/100
Alfred Cove vs Winthrop, WA suburb comparison
Alfred Cove for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Alfred CoveWinthrop
Crime rate
Alfred Cove
4241.8 / 1k
Winthrop
1947.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alfred Cove
30
Winthrop
90
Population
Alfred Cove
2,830
Winthrop
6,020
Metric leadAlfred Cove 1Winthrop 72 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for best schoolsAlfred 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 | Winthrop |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.1/100 | 58.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 4241.8 / 1k | 1947.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 37 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 30 | 90 |
| Population | 2,830 | 6,020 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Alfred Cove is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Winthrop is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Alfred Cove pulls ahead on an affluent, sought-after address and improving crime trends, whereas Winthrop is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Winthrop, while Alfred Cove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.