Overall score
North Yunderup
8.9/100
West Pinjarra
28.6/100
West 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
West Pinjarra
28.6/100
Crime rate
North Yunderup
12575.3 / 1k
West Pinjarra
34392.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Yunderup
9
West Pinjarra
0
Population
North Yunderup
840
West Pinjarra
448
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 | West Pinjarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.9/100 | 28.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 1.5/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 12575.3 / 1k | 34392.2 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 6 | — |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 0 |
| Population | 840 | 448 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 5/10 |
North Yunderup reads as a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; West Pinjarra is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds. North Yunderup sits further out with more breathing room, whereas West Pinjarra is more regionally self-contained.
On the data, North Yunderup is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; West Pinjarra answers with housing affordability and overall desirability. On housing, North Yunderup sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in West Pinjarra.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer West Pinjarra, while North Yunderup remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.