Overall score
Cooloongup
34.8/100
Waikiki
37.7/100
Cooloongup vs Waikiki, WA Suburb Comparison
Cooloongup for investment; Waikiki for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CooloongupWaikiki
Crime rate
Cooloongup
59.7 / 1k
Waikiki
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cooloongup
30
Waikiki
79
Population
Cooloongup
6,696
Waikiki
12,453
Metric leadCooloongup 1Waikiki 92 tiedacross 12 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 | Cooloongup | Waikiki |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.8/100 | 37.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.9/100 | 52.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 42 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 30 | 79 |
| Green cover | 3.2% | 3.8% |
| Population | 6,696 | 12,453 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Cooloongup is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand, while Waikiki is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Waikiki leans into coastal living, while Cooloongup feels more inland and suburban in character.
Cooloongup tends to lead on excellent public transport, plus generous parks and open space, while Waikiki stands out for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees, families, people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Waikiki, while Cooloongup 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.