Overall score
Parmelia
35.1/100
Wellard
38.3/100
Parmelia vs Wellard, WA Suburb Comparison
Parmelia for investment; Wellard for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ParmeliaWellard
Crime rate
Parmelia
59.7 / 1k
Wellard
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Parmelia
56
Wellard
72
Population
Parmelia
6,184
Wellard
14,127
Metric leadParmelia 3Wellard 63 tiedacross 12 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 | Parmelia | Wellard |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.1/100 | 38.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 50.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 54 | 48 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 56 | 72 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Green cover | 13.6% | 11.7% |
| Population | 6,184 | 14,127 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Parmelia is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Wellard is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Parmelia tends to lead on schools and education options, plus public transport access, while Wellard stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Parmelia suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Wellard is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.