Overall score
Coolup
23.5/100
West Pinjarra
28.6/100
Coolup for retirees and families; West Pinjarra for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Coolup
23.5/100
West Pinjarra
28.6/100
Crime rate
Coolup
36685.1 / 1k
West Pinjarra
34392.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coolup
0
West Pinjarra
0
Population
Coolup
420
West Pinjarra
448
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.
| Category | Coolup | West Pinjarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 23.5/100 | 28.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 36685.1 / 1k | 34392.2 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 420 | 448 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Coolup is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and West Pinjarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Coolup pulls ahead on walkability and overall desirability, whereas West Pinjarra is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Coolup sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in West Pinjarra.
Retirees and families may find Coolup the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer West Pinjarra.