Overall score
Lake Coogee
49.3/100
Yangebup
51.6/100
Lake Coogee vs Yangebup, WA suburb comparison
Yangebup for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Lake CoogeeYangebup
Crime rate
Lake Coogee
2390.8 / 1k
Yangebup
1597.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lake Coogee
42
Yangebup
39
Population
Lake Coogee
4,768
Yangebup
7,631
Metric leadLake Coogee 3Yangebup 61 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 familiesYangebup
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 | Lake Coogee | Yangebup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.3/100 | 51.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 2390.8 / 1k | 1597.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 44 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 39 |
| Population | 4,768 | 7,631 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lake Coogee is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm, and Yangebup is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
Lake Coogee tends to lead on parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities, while Yangebup stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Yangebup, while Lake Coogee remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.