Overall score
Bennett Springs
49.5/100
Caversham
61.2/100
Bennett Springs vs Caversham, WA suburb comparison
Caversham for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bennett SpringsCaversham
Crime rate
Bennett Springs
1550.1 / 1k
Caversham
1215.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bennett Springs
26
Caversham
87
Population
Bennett Springs
5,929
Caversham
7,419
Metric leadBennett Springs 1Caversham 81 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Bennett Springs | Caversham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.5/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1550.1 / 1k | 1215.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 31 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 87 |
| Population | 5,929 | 7,419 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Bennett Springs is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city, while Caversham is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Bennett Springs pulls ahead on well-served by public transport and improving crime trends, whereas Caversham is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Caversham, while Bennett Springs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.