Overall score
Fremantle
71.4/100
North Fremantle
58.0/100
Fremantle vs North Fremantle, WA suburb comparison
Fremantle for beach lifestyle and investment; North Fremantle for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FremantleNorth Fremantle
Crime rate
Fremantle
1169.0 / 1k
North Fremantle
2828.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fremantle
930
North Fremantle
206
Population
Fremantle
9,251
North Fremantle
3,947
Metric leadFremantle 9North Fremantle 1across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorth Fremantle
- Best for beach lifestyleFremantle
- Best for investmentFremantle
- Best for best valueFremantle
- Best for best schoolsFremantle
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 | Fremantle | North Fremantle |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.4/100 | 58.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.0/100 | 49.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 1169.0 / 1k | 2828.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 80 | 19 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 73.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 930 | 206 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 9,251 | 3,947 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Fremantle is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, while North Fremantle is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Fremantle pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas North Fremantle is the better pick for stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Fremantle suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas North Fremantle is the stronger match for retirees and families.