Overall score
Caversham
49.4/100
West Swan
42.2/100
Caversham vs West Swan, WA Suburb Comparison
Caversham for retirees and families; West Swan for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CavershamWest Swan
Crime rate
Caversham
43.1 / 1k
West Swan
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caversham
191
West Swan
53
Population
Caversham
7,419
West Swan
786
Metric leadCaversham 8West Swan 12 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 | Caversham | West Swan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.4/100 | 42.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.9/100 | 38.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | — |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 19 |
| Walkability | 61.0/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 191 | 53 |
| Green cover | 6.7% | 0.0% |
| Population | 7,419 | 786 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Caversham reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; West Swan is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Caversham tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while West Swan stands out for schools and education options.
Choose Caversham if you are weighing retirees and value-focused buyers; lean toward West Swan 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.