Overall score
Cowaramup
41.6/100
Witchcliffe
29.1/100
Cowaramup vs Witchcliffe, WA suburb comparison
Cowaramup for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CowaramupWitchcliffe
Crime rate
Cowaramup
2634.3 / 1k
Witchcliffe
13486.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cowaramup
23
Witchcliffe
0
Population
Cowaramup
2,482
Witchcliffe
484
Metric leadCowaramup 8Witchcliffe 0across 8 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 | Cowaramup | Witchcliffe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.6/100 | 29.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.5/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 2634.3 / 1k | 13486.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 2 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 0 |
| Population | 2,482 | 484 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Cowaramup is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Witchcliffe is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Cowaramup pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Witchcliffe is the better pick for a country-town feel and improving crime trends. On housing, Cowaramup sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Witchcliffe.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Cowaramup, while Witchcliffe remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.