Overall score
South Lake
56.9/100
Yangebup
51.6/100
Yangebup for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
South Lake
56.9/100
Yangebup
51.6/100
Crime rate
South Lake
1503.2 / 1k
Yangebup
1597.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
South Lake
100
Yangebup
39
Population
South Lake
5,831
Yangebup
7,631
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 | South Lake | Yangebup |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.9/100 | 51.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.7/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1503.2 / 1k | 1597.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 44 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 100 | 39 |
| Population | 5,831 | 7,631 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 6/10 |
South Lake reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Yangebup is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel.
South Lake pulls ahead on walkability and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Yangebup is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Yangebup, while South Lake remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.