Overall score
Reinscourt
46.6/100
West Busselton
43.8/100
Reinscourt for retirees and investment; West Busselton for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Reinscourt
46.6/100
West Busselton
43.8/100
Crime rate
Reinscourt
26094.5 / 1k
West Busselton
799.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Reinscourt
0
West Busselton
6
Population
Reinscourt
280
West Busselton
8,869
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 | Reinscourt | West Busselton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 43.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 33.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 26094.5 / 1k | 799.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | — | 59 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 6 |
| Population | 280 | 8,869 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 3/10 |
Reinscourt reads as a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds; West Busselton is a more rural established suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Reinscourt tends to lead on housing affordability and overall desirability, while West Busselton stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. Reinscourt generally means more sought-after housing, while West Busselton leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Reinscourt, while West Busselton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.