Overall score
Orelia
33.9/100
Wellard
48.7/100
Orelia vs Wellard, WA suburb comparison
Wellard for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OreliaWellard
Crime rate
Orelia
3122.3 / 1k
Wellard
823.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Orelia
50
Wellard
28
Population
Orelia
4,535
Wellard
14,127
Metric leadOrelia 2Wellard 71 tiedacross 10 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 | Orelia | Wellard |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.9/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 18.4/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 3122.3 / 1k | 823.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 48 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 28 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 4,535 | 14,127 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Orelia is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Wellard is a practical metro established suburb with solid links to the wider city. Orelia sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wellard is further out with more breathing room.
Orelia tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, while Wellard stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Orelia sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Wellard.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wellard, while Orelia remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.