Overall score
Moonyoonooka
42.1/100
Utakarra
36.1/100
Moonyoonooka vs Utakarra, WA suburb comparison
Moonyoonooka for retirees and families; Utakarra for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MoonyoonookaUtakarra
Crime rate
Moonyoonooka
25242.4 / 1k
Utakarra
4679.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Moonyoonooka
1
Utakarra
5
Population
Moonyoonooka
286
Utakarra
1,467
Metric leadMoonyoonooka 3Utakarra 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 retireesMoonyoonooka
- Best for familiesMoonyoonooka
- Best for investmentMoonyoonooka
- Best for best valueMoonyoonooka
- Best for best schoolsUtakarra
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 | Moonyoonooka | Utakarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.1/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.0/100 | 53.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 25242.4 / 1k | 4679.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | — | 15 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 5 |
| Population | 286 | 1,467 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Moonyoonooka is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Utakarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Moonyoonooka tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while Utakarra stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Moonyoonooka sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Utakarra.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Moonyoonooka, while Utakarra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.