Overall score
Bushmead
38.3/100
Koongamia
37.2/100
Bushmead vs Koongamia, WA Suburb Comparison
Bushmead for value and schools; Koongamia for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BushmeadKoongamia
Crime rate
Bushmead
43.1 / 1k
Koongamia
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bushmead
8
Koongamia
26
Population
Bushmead
677
Koongamia
985
Metric leadBushmead 2Koongamia 72 tiedacross 11 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.
| Category | Bushmead | Koongamia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.3/100 | 37.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.2/100 | 52.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 10 |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 17.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 26 |
| Green cover | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Population | 677 | 985 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Bushmead is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Koongamia is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Bushmead is stronger for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Koongamia answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Bushmead suits retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Koongamia is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.