Overall score
Jandabup
23.4/100
Mariginiup
26.7/100
Mariginiup for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Jandabup
23.4/100
Mariginiup
26.7/100
Crime rate
Jandabup
32039.5 / 1k
Mariginiup
10679.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jandabup
0
Mariginiup
0
Population
Jandabup
291
Mariginiup
876
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 | Jandabup | Mariginiup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 23.4/100 | 26.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.2/100 | 50.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 32039.5 / 1k | 10679.8 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Population | 291 | 876 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Jandabup is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, and Mariginiup is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
Jandabup pulls ahead on improving crime trends and a mature, settled community, whereas Mariginiup is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Jandabup generally means more mid-market housing value, while Mariginiup leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Mariginiup, while Jandabup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.