Overall score
Dwellingup
39.4/100
Pinjarra
44.5/100
Dwellingup for investment and schools; Pinjarra for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dwellingup
39.4/100
Pinjarra
44.5/100
Crime rate
Dwellingup
59.7 / 1k
Pinjarra
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dwellingup
6
Pinjarra
237
Population
Dwellingup
524
Pinjarra
4,914
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 | Dwellingup | Pinjarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.4/100 | 44.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.2/100 | 53.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 49.1/100 | 49.1/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 43 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 237 |
| Green cover | 79.6% | 1.2% |
| Population | 524 | 4,914 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Dwellingup reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Pinjarra is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Dwellingup is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Pinjarra answers with housing affordability, schools and education options, and walkability. On housing, Dwellingup sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Pinjarra.
On balance, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Pinjarra, while Dwellingup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.