Overall score
Dwellingup
24.1/100
West Pinjarra
28.6/100
Dwellingup vs West Pinjarra, WA suburb comparison
Dwellingup for families and schools; West Pinjarra for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DwellingupWest Pinjarra
Crime rate
Dwellingup
27947.5 / 1k
West Pinjarra
34392.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dwellingup
1
West Pinjarra
0
Population
Dwellingup
524
West Pinjarra
448
Metric leadDwellingup 3West Pinjarra 31 tiedacross 7 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWest Pinjarra
- Best for familiesDwellingup
- Best for investmentWest Pinjarra
- 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 | 24.1/100 | 28.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 12.4/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 27947.5 / 1k | 34392.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 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 a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas West Pinjarra is the better pick for housing affordability and overall desirability. 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 and investors.