Overall score
Innaloo
58.4/100
Karrinyup
70.3/100
Karrinyup for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Innaloo
58.4/100
Karrinyup
70.3/100
Crime rate
Innaloo
1187.7 / 1k
Karrinyup
1115.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Innaloo
96
Karrinyup
378
Population
Innaloo
9,592
Karrinyup
9,886
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.
| Category | Innaloo | Karrinyup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.4/100 | 70.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.7/100 | 51.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 1187.7 / 1k | 1115.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 54 | 70 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 96 | 378 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 9,592 | 9,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Innaloo is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Karrinyup is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Innaloo sits closer to the city centre, whereas Karrinyup is in a middle-ring position.
Innaloo tends to lead on excellent public transport and improving crime trends, while Karrinyup stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Karrinyup, while Innaloo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.