Overall score
Currambine
64.7/100
Ocean Reef
70.8/100
Currambine vs Ocean Reef, WA suburb comparison
Ocean Reef for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CurrambineOcean Reef
Crime rate
Currambine
1393.9 / 1k
Ocean Reef
1180.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Currambine
95
Ocean Reef
58
Population
Currambine
6,834
Ocean Reef
8,125
Metric leadCurrambine 2Ocean Reef 62 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesOcean Reef
- Best for beach lifestyleOcean Reef
- Best for investmentOcean Reef
- Best for best valueOcean Reef
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 | Currambine | Ocean Reef |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.7/100 | 70.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 94.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 1393.9 / 1k | 1180.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 41 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 95 | 58 |
| Population | 6,834 | 8,125 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Currambine is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Ocean Reef is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Ocean Reef is shaped by the coast, Currambine offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Currambine is stronger for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities; Ocean Reef answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ocean Reef, while Currambine remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.