Overall score
Bertram
44.6/100
Kwinana Town Centre
31.9/100
Bertram for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bertram
44.6/100
Kwinana Town Centre
31.9/100
Crime rate
Bertram
1578.7 / 1k
Kwinana Town Centre
25655.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bertram
28
Kwinana Town Centre
43
Population
Bertram
6,196
Kwinana Town Centre
567
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 | Bertram | Kwinana Town Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.6/100 | 31.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 30.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 1578.7 / 1k | 25655.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | — |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 18 |
| Walkability | 55.5/100 | 54.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 28 | 43 |
| Population | 6,196 | 567 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Bertram reads as a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel; Kwinana Town Centre is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm. Bertram sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Kwinana Town Centre is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Bertram is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Kwinana Town Centre answers with nearby cafés and amenities. Bertram generally means more sought-after housing, while Kwinana Town Centre leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bertram, while Kwinana Town Centre remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.