Overall score
Karridale
37.7/100
Witchcliffe
41.2/100
Karridale vs Witchcliffe, WA Suburb Comparison
Karridale for investment and schools; Witchcliffe for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KarridaleWitchcliffe
Crime rate
Karridale
48.2 / 1k
Witchcliffe
48.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Karridale
7
Witchcliffe
3
Population
Karridale
317
Witchcliffe
484
Metric leadKarridale 2Witchcliffe 62 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWitchcliffe
- Best for investmentKarridale
- Best for best valueWitchcliffe
- Best for best schoolsKarridale
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 | Karridale | Witchcliffe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.7/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.6/100 | 35.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.2 / 1k | 48.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 63.3/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 2 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 7 | 3 |
| Green cover | 3.4% | 10.7% |
| Population | 317 | 484 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Karridale is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Witchcliffe is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Karridale tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, while Witchcliffe stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability. On housing, Karridale sits in a well priced band, compared with a expensive feel in Witchcliffe.
Karridale suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Witchcliffe is the stronger match for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.