Overall score
Pinjarra
44.5/100
South Yunderup
27.4/100
Pinjarra vs South Yunderup, WA Suburb Comparison
Pinjarra for retirees and families; South Yunderup for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PinjarraSouth Yunderup
Crime rate
Pinjarra
59.7 / 1k
South Yunderup
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Pinjarra
237
South Yunderup
9
Population
Pinjarra
4,914
South Yunderup
3,860
Metric leadPinjarra 8South Yunderup 12 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesPinjarra
- Best for familiesPinjarra
- Best for investmentPinjarra
- Best for best valuePinjarra
- Best for best schoolsSouth Yunderup
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 | Pinjarra | South Yunderup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.5/100 | 27.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.0/100 | 47.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 49.1/100 | 49.1/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 17 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 237 | 9 |
| Green cover | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| Population | 4,914 | 3,860 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Pinjarra is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while South Yunderup is a metro mid-sized suburb with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm. Pinjarra sits more regionally self-contained, whereas South Yunderup is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Pinjarra is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access; South Yunderup answers with stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Pinjarra suits families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas South Yunderup is the stronger match for retirees.
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.