Overall score
Cable Beach
39.7/100
Djugun
35.4/100
Cable Beach for beach lifestyle and investment; Djugun for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cable Beach
39.7/100
Djugun
35.4/100
Crime rate
Cable Beach
1310.9 / 1k
Djugun
2279.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cable Beach
14
Djugun
15
Population
Cable Beach
5,730
Djugun
3,291
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 | Cable Beach | Djugun |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.7/100 | 35.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.0/100 | 54.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1310.9 / 1k | 2279.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 6 |
| Walkability | 48.0/100 | 11.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 14 | 15 |
| Population | 5,730 | 3,291 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Cable Beach is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Djugun is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace. Where Cable Beach is shaped by the coast, Djugun offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Cable Beach is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Djugun answers with parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Cable Beach the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Djugun.