Overall score
Dwellingup
39.4/100
West Pinjarra
25.4/100
Dwellingup vs West Pinjarra, WA Suburb Comparison
Dwellingup for retirees and families; West Pinjarra for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DwellingupWest Pinjarra
Crime rate
Dwellingup
59.7 / 1k
West Pinjarra
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dwellingup
6
West Pinjarra
0
Population
Dwellingup
524
West Pinjarra
448
Metric leadDwellingup 5West Pinjarra 13 tiedacross 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 retireesDwellingup
- Best for familiesDwellingup
- Best for investmentDwellingup
- Best for best valueWest Pinjarra
- Best for best schoolsDwellingup
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 | Dwellingup | West Pinjarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.4/100 | 25.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.2/100 | 33.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 49.1/100 | 49.1/100 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 0 |
| Green cover | 79.6% | 0.0% |
| Population | 524 | 448 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Dwellingup is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while West Pinjarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Dwellingup pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities, plus a larger local community, whereas West Pinjarra is the better pick for housing affordability, overall desirability, and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Dwellingup generally means more approachable housing costs, while West Pinjarra leans toward more sought-after housing.
Dwellingup suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas West Pinjarra is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.