Overall score
Barragup
15.9/100
Ravenswood
33.1/100
Ravenswood for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Barragup
15.9/100
Ravenswood
33.1/100
Crime rate
Barragup
11414.9 / 1k
Ravenswood
6199.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barragup
0
Ravenswood
0
Population
Barragup
940
Ravenswood
2,483
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 | Barragup | Ravenswood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 15.9/100 | 33.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 24.9/100 | 48.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 11414.9 / 1k | 6199.7 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 23 |
| Walkability | 10.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 940 | 2,483 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Barragup is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, and Ravenswood is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Barragup sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Ravenswood is more regionally self-contained.
On the data, Barragup is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Ravenswood answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ravenswood, while Barragup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.