Overall score
Augusta
26.1/100
Karridale
23.6/100
Karridale for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Augusta
26.1/100
Karridale
23.6/100
Crime rate
Augusta
4495.5 / 1k
Karridale
20593.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Augusta
0
Karridale
0
Population
Augusta
1,463
Karridale
317
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.
Put side by side, Augusta is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Karridale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Augusta tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Karridale stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Augusta generally means more approachable housing costs, while Karridale leans toward more mid-market housing value.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Karridale, while Augusta remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.