Overall score
Bedfordale
35.8/100
Wungong
27.1/100
Bedfordale vs Wungong, WA suburb comparison
Bedfordale for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BedfordaleWungong
Crime rate
Bedfordale
4060.5 / 1k
Wungong
30621.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bedfordale
2
Wungong
13
Population
Bedfordale
3,038
Wungong
370
Metric leadBedfordale 5Wungong 21 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBedfordale
- Best for investmentBedfordale
- Best for best valueBedfordale
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 | Bedfordale | Wungong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.8/100 | 27.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 33.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 4060.5 / 1k | 30621.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | — | 14 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 13 |
| Population | 3,038 | 370 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Bedfordale is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, while Wungong is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Bedfordale pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Wungong is the better pick for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bedfordale, while Wungong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.