Overall score
Orana
43.7/100
Yakamia
50.6/100
Orana vs Yakamia, WA Suburb Comparison
Orana for value; Yakamia for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OranaYakamia
Crime rate
Orana
50.0 / 1k
Yakamia
50.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Orana
36
Yakamia
28
Population
Orana
2,035
Yakamia
3,025
Metric leadOrana 2Yakamia 63 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Orana | Yakamia |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.7/100 | 50.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.8/100 | 58.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.0 / 1k | 50.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 14 |
| Walkability | 46.5/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 36 | 28 |
| Green cover | 1.6% | 24.9% |
| Population | 2,035 | 3,025 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Orana is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Yakamia is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Orana pulls ahead on housing affordability, plus nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Yakamia is the better pick for public transport access, walkability, and overall desirability.
Orana suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Yakamia is the stronger match for retirees and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.