Overall score
Doubleview
58.4/100
Karrinyup
70.3/100
Karrinyup for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Doubleview
58.4/100
Karrinyup
70.3/100
Crime rate
Doubleview
1153.7 / 1k
Karrinyup
1115.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Doubleview
60
Karrinyup
378
Population
Doubleview
9,205
Karrinyup
9,886
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 | Doubleview | Karrinyup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.4/100 | 70.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 34.5/100 | 51.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1153.7 / 1k | 1115.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 70 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 60 | 378 |
| Population | 9,205 | 9,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Doubleview reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Karrinyup is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Doubleview sits closer to the city centre, whereas Karrinyup is in a middle-ring position.
Doubleview tends to lead on walkability, while Karrinyup stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Karrinyup, while Doubleview remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.