Overall score
Bibra Lake
49.4/100
South Lake
56.9/100
Bibra Lake vs South Lake, WA suburb comparison
Bibra Lake for investment and value; South Lake for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bibra LakeSouth Lake
Crime rate
Bibra Lake
5918.0 / 1k
South Lake
1503.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bibra Lake
77
South Lake
100
Population
Bibra Lake
5,892
South Lake
5,831
Metric leadBibra Lake 5South Lake 5across 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 familiesSouth Lake
- Best for investmentBibra Lake
- Best for best valueBibra Lake
- Best for best schoolsSouth Lake
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 | Bibra Lake | South Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.4/100 | 56.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 35.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 5918.0 / 1k | 1503.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 53 | 33 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 77 | 100 |
| Population | 5,892 | 5,831 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bibra Lake is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and South Lake is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Bibra Lake is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; South Lake answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Bibra Lake suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas South Lake is the stronger match for retirees and families.