Overall score
Karragullen
44.2/100
Mount Nasura
37.4/100
Karragullen vs Mount Nasura, WA suburb comparison
Karragullen for retirees and investment; Mount Nasura for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KarragullenMount Nasura
Crime rate
Karragullen
31340.4 / 1k
Mount Nasura
4100.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Karragullen
0
Mount Nasura
70
Population
Karragullen
395
Mount Nasura
2,997
Metric leadKarragullen 3Mount Nasura 4across 7 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKarragullen
- Best for familiesMount Nasura
- Best for investmentKarragullen
- Best for best valueKarragullen
- Best for best schoolsMount Nasura
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 | Karragullen | Mount Nasura |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.2/100 | 37.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.3/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 31340.4 / 1k | 4100.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | — | 12 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 70 |
| Population | 395 | 2,997 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Karragullen is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Mount Nasura is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace. Karragullen sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Mount Nasura is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Karragullen is stronger for housing affordability and overall desirability; Mount Nasura answers with a quieter safety profile and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Karragullen, while Mount Nasura remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.