Overall score
Australind
45.6/100
Binningup
41.9/100
Australind for retirees and value; Binningup for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Australind
45.6/100
Binningup
41.9/100
Crime rate
Australind
48.2 / 1k
Binningup
48.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Australind
138
Binningup
10
Population
Australind
15,988
Binningup
1,296
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 | Australind | Binningup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.6/100 | 41.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.2/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 48.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 49.1/100 | 49.1/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 84 | 2 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 138 | 10 |
| Green cover | 5.2% | 15.4% |
| Population | 15,988 | 1,296 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 4/10 |
Australind is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Binningup is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone. Binningup leans into coastal living, while Australind feels more inland and suburban in character.
Australind pulls ahead on housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Binningup is the better pick for easy access to the coast and improving crime trends.
Australind suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Binningup is the stronger match for retirees, families, and people chasing a beach lifestyle.
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.