Overall score
Samson
43.1/100
South Fremantle
68.8/100
Samson vs South Fremantle, WA suburb comparison
Samson for investment; South Fremantle for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SamsonSouth Fremantle
Crime rate
Samson
6037.0 / 1k
South Fremantle
3365.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Samson
24
South Fremantle
227
Population
Samson
1,881
South Fremantle
3,398
Metric leadSamson 2South Fremantle 7across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSouth Fremantle
- Best for familiesSouth Fremantle
- Best for beach lifestyleSouth Fremantle
- Best for investmentSamson
- Best for best valueSouth Fremantle
- Best for best schoolsSouth Fremantle
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 | Samson | South Fremantle |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.1/100 | 68.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 67.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 6037.0 / 1k | 3365.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 17 |
| Walkability | 21.0/100 | 95.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 227 |
| Population | 1,881 | 3,398 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Samson reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; South Fremantle is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm. Where South Fremantle is shaped by the coast, Samson offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Samson tends to lead on housing affordability, while South Fremantle stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Samson suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas South Fremantle is the stronger match for retirees and families.