Overall score
Cockburn Central
56.0/100
Jandakot
58.3/100
Cockburn Central vs Jandakot, WA Suburb Comparison
Jandakot for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cockburn CentralJandakot
Crime rate
Cockburn Central
53.7 / 1k
Jandakot
53.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cockburn Central
159
Jandakot
67
Population
Cockburn Central
1,521
Jandakot
2,533
Metric leadCockburn Central 4Jandakot 52 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 | Cockburn Central | Jandakot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.0/100 | 58.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 44.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.7 / 1k | 53.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 39 | 15 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 70.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 159 | 67 |
| Green cover | 8.1% | 13.3% |
| Population | 1,521 | 2,533 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Cockburn Central is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Jandakot is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Cockburn Central is stronger for schools and education options, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities; Jandakot answers with housing affordability, walkability, and overall desirability.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Jandakot, while Cockburn Central remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.