Overall score
Fremantle
71.4/100
Scarborough
65.9/100
Fremantle vs Scarborough, WA suburb comparison
Fremantle for beach lifestyle and schools; Scarborough for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FremantleScarborough
Crime rate
Fremantle
1169.0 / 1k
Scarborough
578.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fremantle
930
Scarborough
213
Population
Fremantle
9,251
Scarborough
17,605
Metric leadFremantle 6Scarborough 4across 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 retireesScarborough
- Best for beach lifestyleFremantle
- 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 | Scarborough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.4/100 | 65.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.0/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 1169.0 / 1k | 578.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 80 | 68 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 930 | 213 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 9,251 | 17,605 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Fremantle is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Scarborough is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Fremantle pulls ahead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, whereas Scarborough is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Fremantle if you are weighing people chasing a beach lifestyle and households prioritising schools; lean toward Scarborough for retirees and families.