Overall score
Dunsborough
48.5/100
Quindalup
23.3/100
Dunsborough vs Quindalup, WA suburb comparison
Dunsborough for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DunsboroughQuindalup
Crime rate
Dunsborough
1059.4 / 1k
Quindalup
4546.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dunsborough
29
Quindalup
0
Population
Dunsborough
6,413
Quindalup
1,488
Metric leadDunsborough 6Quindalup 02 tiedacross 8 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesDunsborough
- Best for beach lifestyleDunsborough
- 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 | Quindalup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.5/100 | 23.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 10.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 1059.4 / 1k | 4546.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 61 | 18 |
| Walkability | 69.0/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 0 |
| Population | 6,413 | 1,488 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Dunsborough is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Quindalup is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
On the data, Dunsborough is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Quindalup answers with easy access to the coast and improving crime trends.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Dunsborough, while Quindalup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.