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Fremantle vs O'Connor, WA suburb comparison

Fremantle for beach lifestyle and investment; O'Connor for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

FremantleO'Connor

Overall score

Fremantle

71.4/100

O'Connor

45.3/100

Crime rate

Fremantle

1169.0 / 1k

O'Connor

178500.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Fremantle

930

O'Connor

96

Population

Fremantle

9,251

O'Connor

460

Metric leadFremantle 8O'Connor 01 tiedacross 9 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryFremantleO'Connor
Overall score71.4/10045.3/100
Housing (desirability)51.0/1004.2/100
Crime rate1169.0 / 1k178500.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools99
Parks & reserves11—
Public transport stops8023
Walkability100.0/10057.0/100
Nearby amenities93096
Population9,251460
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/107/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Fremantle is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and O'Connor is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Where Fremantle is shaped by the coast, O'Connor offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.

Fremantle tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while O'Connor stands out for well-served by public transport and improving crime trends.

Fremantle suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas O'Connor is the stronger match for retirees and families.

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