Overall score
Gnarabup
46.5/100
Witchcliffe
41.2/100
Gnarabup vs Witchcliffe, WA Suburb Comparison
Gnarabup for families and beach lifestyle; Witchcliffe for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GnarabupWitchcliffe
Crime rate
Gnarabup
48.2 / 1k
Witchcliffe
48.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gnarabup
55
Witchcliffe
3
Population
Gnarabup
525
Witchcliffe
484
Metric leadGnarabup 6Witchcliffe 12 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWitchcliffe
- Best for familiesGnarabup
- Best for beach lifestyleGnarabup
- Best for investmentGnarabup
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 | Gnarabup | Witchcliffe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.5/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 35.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 48.2 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 63.3/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 2 |
| Walkability | 4.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 3 |
| Green cover | 9.3% | 10.7% |
| Population | 525 | 484 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gnarabup is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, and Witchcliffe is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. Where Gnarabup is shaped by the coast, Witchcliffe offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Gnarabup pulls ahead on walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability, whereas Witchcliffe is the better pick for housing affordability.
Retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Gnarabup the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Witchcliffe.
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.