Overall score
Coolbinia
52.0/100
Glendalough
45.1/100
Coolbinia vs Glendalough, WA Suburb Comparison
Coolbinia for families and value; Glendalough for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CoolbiniaGlendalough
Crime rate
Coolbinia
47.4 / 1k
Glendalough
47.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coolbinia
69
Glendalough
61
Population
Coolbinia
1,751
Glendalough
2,628
Metric leadCoolbinia 7Glendalough 32 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGlendalough
- Best for familiesCoolbinia
- Best for best valueCoolbinia
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 | Coolbinia | Glendalough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.0/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.4/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.4 / 1k | 47.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 8 |
| Walkability | 21.5/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 69 | 61 |
| Green cover | 6.2% | 24.9% |
| Population | 1,751 | 2,628 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Coolbinia is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Glendalough is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Coolbinia tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves, while Glendalough stands out for a larger local community.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Coolbinia, while Glendalough 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.