Overall score
Fremantle
71.4/100
Samson
43.1/100
Fremantle for retirees and families; Samson for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Fremantle
71.4/100
Samson
43.1/100
Crime rate
Fremantle
1169.0 / 1k
Samson
6037.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fremantle
930
Samson
24
Population
Fremantle
9,251
Samson
1,881
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.
Put side by side, Fremantle is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Samson is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Fremantle leans into coastal living, while Samson feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Fremantle is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Samson answers with housing affordability.
Fremantle suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Samson is the stronger match for investors.