Overall score
Heathridge
58.8/100
Joondalup
62.4/100
Heathridge vs Joondalup, WA suburb comparison
Heathridge for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HeathridgeJoondalup
Crime rate
Heathridge
1382.2 / 1k
Joondalup
1014.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Heathridge
55
Joondalup
342
Population
Heathridge
6,898
Joondalup
9,193
Metric leadHeathridge 2Joondalup 8across 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 familiesHeathridge
- Best for investmentHeathridge
- Best for best valueHeathridge
- Best for best schoolsHeathridge
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 | Heathridge | Joondalup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.8/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 17.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 1382.2 / 1k | 1014.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 88 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 342 |
| Population | 6,898 | 9,193 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Heathridge reads as a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks; Joondalup is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Heathridge sits among greener hillside streets, while Joondalup keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Heathridge is stronger for housing affordability; Joondalup answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Heathridge the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Joondalup.