Overall score
North Yunderup
8.9/100
Pinjarra
53.8/100
Pinjarra for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
North Yunderup
8.9/100
Pinjarra
53.8/100
Crime rate
North Yunderup
12575.3 / 1k
Pinjarra
3133.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Yunderup
9
Pinjarra
93
Population
North Yunderup
840
Pinjarra
4,914
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | North Yunderup | Pinjarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.9/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 1.5/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 12575.3 / 1k | 3133.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 43 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 84.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 93 |
| Population | 840 | 4,914 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, North Yunderup is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Pinjarra is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace. North Yunderup sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Pinjarra is more regionally self-contained.
On the data, North Yunderup is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Pinjarra answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Pinjarra, while North Yunderup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.