Overall score
Jandabup
35.1/100
Wanneroo
45.7/100
Jandabup vs Wanneroo, WA Suburb Comparison
Wanneroo for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JandabupWanneroo
Crime rate
Jandabup
32.4 / 1k
Wanneroo
32.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jandabup
1
Wanneroo
111
Population
Jandabup
291
Wanneroo
12,113
Metric leadJandabup 1Wanneroo 62 tiedacross 9 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 | Jandabup | Wanneroo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.1/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.7/100 | 52.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 32.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 26 |
| Public transport stops | — | 59 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 111 |
| Planning activity | 1 | — |
| Green cover | 2.4% | 6.4% |
| Population | 291 | 12,113 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Jandabup is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, while Wanneroo is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Jandabup sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Wanneroo is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Jandabup is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Wanneroo answers with walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability. Jandabup generally means housing toward the upper end of the market, while Wanneroo leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Wanneroo, while Jandabup 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.