Overall score
Kalamunda
68.4/100
Lesmurdie
62.2/100
Kalamunda vs Lesmurdie, WA Suburb Comparison
Kalamunda for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KalamundaLesmurdie
Crime rate
Kalamunda
43.1 / 1k
Lesmurdie
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kalamunda
401
Lesmurdie
202
Population
Kalamunda
7,163
Lesmurdie
8,413
Metric leadKalamunda 5Lesmurdie 43 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 | Kalamunda | Lesmurdie |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.4/100 | 62.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.1/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 33 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 66 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 401 | 202 |
| Green cover | 33.1% | 34.7% |
| Population | 7,163 | 8,413 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kalamunda is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Lesmurdie is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Kalamunda tends to lead on schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Lesmurdie stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Kalamunda suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Lesmurdie is the stronger match for retirees and investors.
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.