Overall score
Geographe
35.7/100
West Busselton
41.4/100
Geographe vs West Busselton, WA Suburb Comparison
West Busselton for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GeographeWest Busselton
Crime rate
Geographe
48.2 / 1k
West Busselton
48.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Geographe
22
West Busselton
39
Population
Geographe
3,622
West Busselton
8,869
Metric leadGeographe 1West Busselton 83 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWest Busselton
- Best for best valueWest Busselton
- Best for best schoolsWest Busselton
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 | Geographe | West Busselton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.7/100 | 41.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.6/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 48.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 63.3/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 59 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 22 | 39 |
| Green cover | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| Population | 3,622 | 8,869 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Geographe reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; West Busselton is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Geographe tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while West Busselton stands out for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
Geographe suits retirees more clearly, whereas West Busselton is the stronger match for families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.