Overall score
Bluff Point
36.9/100
Strathalbyn
44.6/100
Bluff Point vs Strathalbyn, WA suburb comparison
Bluff Point for families and schools; Strathalbyn for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bluff PointStrathalbyn
Crime rate
Bluff Point
5309.5 / 1k
Strathalbyn
5884.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bluff Point
4
Strathalbyn
2
Population
Bluff Point
1,381
Strathalbyn
1,165
Metric leadBluff Point 5Strathalbyn 31 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesStrathalbyn
- Best for familiesBluff Point
- Best for investmentStrathalbyn
- Best for best valueStrathalbyn
- Best for best schoolsBluff Point
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 | Bluff Point | Strathalbyn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.9/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.7/100 | 91.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 5309.5 / 1k | 5884.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | — |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 2 |
| Population | 1,381 | 1,165 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bluff Point is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Strathalbyn is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Bluff Point tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Strathalbyn stands out for housing affordability and overall desirability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Strathalbyn, while Bluff Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.