Overall score
North Yunderup
8.9/100
South Yunderup
24.8/100
South Yunderup for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
North Yunderup
8.9/100
South Yunderup
24.8/100
Crime rate
North Yunderup
12575.3 / 1k
South Yunderup
3122.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Yunderup
9
South Yunderup
0
Population
North Yunderup
840
South Yunderup
3,860
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 | South Yunderup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.9/100 | 24.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 1.5/100 | 1.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 12575.3 / 1k | 3122.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 17 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 0 |
| Population | 840 | 3,860 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Put side by side, North Yunderup is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and South Yunderup is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm.
North Yunderup pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities, whereas South Yunderup is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. North Yunderup generally means more approachable housing costs, while South Yunderup leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer South Yunderup, while North Yunderup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.