Overall score
Dwellingup
24.1/100
Pinjarra
53.8/100
Pinjarra for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dwellingup
24.1/100
Pinjarra
53.8/100
Crime rate
Dwellingup
27947.5 / 1k
Pinjarra
3133.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dwellingup
1
Pinjarra
93
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 | 24.1/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 12.4/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 27947.5 / 1k | 3133.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | — | 43 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 93 |
| 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 and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Pinjarra, while Dwellingup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.