Overall score
Girrawheen
54.3/100
Koondoola
39.9/100
Girrawheen vs Koondoola, WA suburb comparison
Girrawheen for retirees and families; Koondoola for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GirrawheenKoondoola
Crime rate
Girrawheen
999.0 / 1k
Koondoola
2577.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Girrawheen
72
Koondoola
46
Population
Girrawheen
8,897
Koondoola
3,919
Metric leadGirrawheen 9Koondoola 01 tiedacross 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 retireesGirrawheen
- Best for familiesGirrawheen
- Best for investmentGirrawheen
- Best for best valueGirrawheen
- Best for best schoolsKoondoola
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 | Girrawheen | Koondoola |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.3/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.7/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 999.0 / 1k | 2577.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 54 | 35 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 72 | 46 |
| Population | 8,897 | 3,919 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Girrawheen is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Koondoola is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Girrawheen tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Koondoola stands out for excellent public transport and relatively affordable housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Girrawheen, while Koondoola remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.