Overall score
Innaloo
57.0/100
Karrinyup
66.2/100
Innaloo vs Karrinyup, WA Suburb Comparison
Karrinyup for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
InnalooKarrinyup
Crime rate
Innaloo
47.4 / 1k
Karrinyup
47.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Innaloo
155
Karrinyup
431
Population
Innaloo
9,592
Karrinyup
9,886
Metric leadInnaloo 2Karrinyup 73 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Innaloo | Karrinyup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.0/100 | 66.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.1/100 | 45.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.4 / 1k | 47.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 54 | 70 |
| Walkability | 86.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 155 | 431 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Green cover | 6.1% | 17.3% |
| Population | 9,592 | 9,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
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 walkability, while Karrinyup stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Karrinyup, while Innaloo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.