Overall score
East Rockingham
15.0/100
Rockingham
64.2/100
Rockingham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
East Rockingham
15.0/100
Rockingham
64.2/100
Crime rate
East Rockingham
43601.1 / 1k
Rockingham
877.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
East Rockingham
6
Rockingham
225
Population
East Rockingham
311
Rockingham
15,312
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 | East Rockingham | Rockingham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 15.0/100 | 64.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.6/100 | 52.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 43601.1 / 1k | 877.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 138 |
| Walkability | 15.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 225 |
| Population | 311 | 15,312 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, East Rockingham is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Rockingham is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, East Rockingham is stronger for a hub for schools and preschools and relatively affordable housing; Rockingham answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose East Rockingham if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Rockingham for retirees and families.