Overall score
Beeliar
53.6/100
Cockburn Central
43.7/100
Beeliar for investment and value; Cockburn Central for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Beeliar
53.6/100
Cockburn Central
43.7/100
Crime rate
Beeliar
1406.1 / 1k
Cockburn Central
5860.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beeliar
20
Cockburn Central
70
Population
Beeliar
8,617
Cockburn Central
1,521
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 | Beeliar | Cockburn Central |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.6/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 8.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 1406.1 / 1k | 5860.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | — |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 39 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 70 |
| Population | 8,617 | 1,521 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Beeliar reads as a practical metro established suburb with solid links to the wider city; Cockburn Central is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Beeliar tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Cockburn Central stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Beeliar the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cockburn Central.