Overall score
Baldivis
52.6/100
Cooloongup
38.1/100
Baldivis vs Cooloongup, WA suburb comparison
Baldivis for retirees and families; Cooloongup for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BaldivisCooloongup
Crime rate
Baldivis
323.5 / 1k
Cooloongup
3455.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Baldivis
64
Cooloongup
10
Population
Baldivis
37,697
Cooloongup
6,696
Metric leadBaldivis 10Cooloongup 0across 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 retireesBaldivis
- Best for familiesBaldivis
- Best for investmentCooloongup
- Best for best valueBaldivis
- Best for best schoolsBaldivis
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 | Baldivis | Cooloongup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.6/100 | 38.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 323.5 / 1k | 3455.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 160 | 37 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 10 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 37,697 | 6,696 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Baldivis is a leafier hillside larger suburb with elevated outlooks, and Cooloongup is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Baldivis sits among greener hillside streets, while Cooloongup keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Baldivis is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Cooloongup answers with excellent public transport and generous parks and open space. On housing, Baldivis sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Cooloongup.
Retirees and families may find Baldivis the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Cooloongup.