Overall score
Doubleview
58.4/100
Gwelup
57.7/100
Doubleview vs Gwelup, WA suburb comparison
Doubleview for schools; Gwelup for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DoubleviewGwelup
Crime rate
Doubleview
1153.7 / 1k
Gwelup
2034.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Doubleview
60
Gwelup
45
Population
Doubleview
9,205
Gwelup
5,391
Metric leadDoubleview 7Gwelup 12 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 investmentGwelup
- Best for best valueGwelup
- Best for best schoolsDoubleview
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 | Doubleview | Gwelup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.4/100 | 57.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1153.7 / 1k | 2034.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 22 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 60 | 45 |
| Population | 9,205 | 5,391 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Doubleview is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Gwelup is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Doubleview sits closer to the city centre, whereas Gwelup is in a middle-ring position.
Doubleview tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Gwelup stands out for housing affordability.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Doubleview the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Gwelup.