Overall score
Gwelup
57.7/100
Trigg
51.0/100
Gwelup for retirees and families; Trigg for beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gwelup
57.7/100
Trigg
51.0/100
Crime rate
Gwelup
2034.0 / 1k
Trigg
3761.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gwelup
45
Trigg
44
Population
Gwelup
5,391
Trigg
2,855
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.
Gwelup is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Trigg is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Where Trigg is shaped by the coast, Gwelup offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Gwelup tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Trigg stands out for parks and reserves.
Gwelup suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Trigg is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle.