Overall score
Bayonet Head
43.6/100
Lower King
38.0/100
Bayonet Head vs Lower King, WA Suburb Comparison
Bayonet Head for retirees and families; Lower King for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bayonet HeadLower King
Crime rate
Bayonet Head
50.0 / 1k
Lower King
50.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bayonet Head
17
Lower King
12
Population
Bayonet Head
3,272
Lower King
1,890
Metric leadBayonet Head 7Lower King 12 tiedacross 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 retireesBayonet Head
- Best for familiesBayonet Head
- Best for investmentBayonet Head
- Best for best valueBayonet Head
- Best for best schoolsLower King
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 | Bayonet Head | Lower King |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.6/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.8/100 | 49.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.0 / 1k | 50.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 14 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 12 |
| Green cover | 25.1% | 0.5% |
| Population | 3,272 | 1,890 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Bayonet Head reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Lower King is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Bayonet Head pulls ahead on housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Lower King is the better pick for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Bayonet Head suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Lower King is the stronger match for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.