Overall score
Heathridge
58.8/100
Ocean Reef
70.8/100
Heathridge vs Ocean Reef, WA suburb comparison
Ocean Reef for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HeathridgeOcean Reef
Crime rate
Heathridge
1382.2 / 1k
Ocean Reef
1180.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Heathridge
55
Ocean Reef
58
Population
Heathridge
6,898
Ocean Reef
8,125
Metric leadHeathridge 3Ocean Reef 7across 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 retireesOcean Reef
- Best for familiesOcean Reef
- Best for beach lifestyleOcean Reef
- Best for investmentOcean Reef
- Best for best valueOcean Reef
- Best for best schoolsOcean Reef
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 | Ocean Reef |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.8/100 | 70.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 94.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 1382.2 / 1k | 1180.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 44 | 41 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 55 | 58 |
| Population | 6,898 | 8,125 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Heathridge is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, and Ocean Reef is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Ocean Reef is shaped by the coast, Heathridge offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Heathridge pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Ocean Reef is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Ocean Reef, while Heathridge remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.