Overall score
Aubin Grove
57.1/100
Wattleup
20.9/100
Aubin Grove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aubin Grove
57.1/100
Wattleup
20.9/100
Crime rate
Aubin Grove
1598.4 / 1k
Wattleup
27291.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aubin Grove
42
Wattleup
4
Population
Aubin Grove
6,786
Wattleup
443
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 | Aubin Grove | Wattleup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.1/100 | 20.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 11.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 1598.4 / 1k | 27291.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | — |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 2 |
| Walkability | 49.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 4 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 6,786 | 443 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 4/10 |
Aubin Grove reads as a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel; Wattleup is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Aubin Grove sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wattleup is further out with more breathing room.
Aubin Grove tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Wattleup stands out for improving crime trends and a mature, settled community.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Aubin Grove, while Wattleup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.