Overall score
Burnside
29.2/100
Gnarabup
30.6/100
Burnside vs Gnarabup, WA suburb comparison
Burnside for investment and value; Gnarabup for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BurnsideGnarabup
Crime rate
Burnside
21888.0 / 1k
Gnarabup
12879.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burnside
2
Gnarabup
34
Population
Burnside
309
Gnarabup
525
Metric leadBurnside 1Gnarabup 6across 7 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Burnside is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Gnarabup is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Burnside is stronger for housing affordability; Gnarabup answers with a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Burnside the better fit, while retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Gnarabup.