Overall score
Binningup
29.0/100
Leschenault
41.5/100
Leschenault for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Binningup
29.0/100
Leschenault
41.5/100
Crime rate
Binningup
5693.7 / 1k
Leschenault
2281.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Binningup
5
Leschenault
3
Population
Binningup
1,296
Leschenault
3,058
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 | Binningup | Leschenault |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.0/100 | 41.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.0/100 | 80.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 5693.7 / 1k | 2281.0 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 3 |
| Population | 1,296 | 3,058 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Binningup is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, while Leschenault is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Binningup tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, while Leschenault stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Leschenault, while Binningup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.