Overall score
Dunsborough
48.5/100
Quedjinup
24.5/100
Dunsborough vs Quedjinup, WA suburb comparison
Dunsborough for families and beach lifestyle; Quedjinup for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DunsboroughQuedjinup
Crime rate
Dunsborough
1059.4 / 1k
Quedjinup
16118.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dunsborough
29
Quedjinup
1
Population
Dunsborough
6,413
Quedjinup
420
Metric leadDunsborough 8Quedjinup 1across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesQuedjinup
- Best for familiesDunsborough
- Best for beach lifestyleDunsborough
- Best for investmentDunsborough
- Best for best valueDunsborough
- Best for best schoolsDunsborough
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 | Dunsborough | Quedjinup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.5/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 2.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 1059.4 / 1k | 16118.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 61 | 3 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 4.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 1 |
| Population | 6,413 | 420 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Dunsborough is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Quedjinup is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe. Dunsborough leans into coastal living, while Quedjinup feels more inland and suburban in character.
Dunsborough pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Quedjinup is the better pick for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Families and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Dunsborough the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Quedjinup.