Overall score
Cookernup
26.3/100
Myalup
22.5/100
Cookernup for retirees and families; Myalup for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cookernup
26.3/100
Myalup
22.5/100
Crime rate
Cookernup
12193.3 / 1k
Myalup
21419.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cookernup
0
Myalup
0
Population
Cookernup
604
Myalup
344
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.
Cookernup is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Myalup is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Myalup is shaped by the coast, Cookernup offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Cookernup pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Myalup is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
Retirees and families may find Cookernup the better fit, while people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Myalup.