Overall score
Busselton
54.8/100
Yalyalup
41.3/100
Busselton vs Yalyalup, WA suburb comparison
Busselton for families and schools; Yalyalup for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BusseltonYalyalup
Crime rate
Busselton
3975.7 / 1k
Yalyalup
2476.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Busselton
99
Yalyalup
1
Population
Busselton
1,838
Yalyalup
2,950
Metric leadBusselton 5Yalyalup 4across 9 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, Busselton is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Yalyalup is a quieter mid-sized suburb with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Busselton is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Yalyalup answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Busselton sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Yalyalup.
Choose Busselton if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Yalyalup for retirees and investors.