Overall score
Tapping
40.7/100
Wanneroo
45.7/100
Tapping vs Wanneroo, WA Suburb Comparison
Tapping for families and value; Wanneroo for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
TappingWanneroo
Crime rate
Tapping
32.4 / 1k
Wanneroo
32.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tapping
64
Wanneroo
111
Population
Tapping
9,547
Wanneroo
12,113
Metric leadTapping 1Wanneroo 92 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 | Tapping | Wanneroo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.7/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.9/100 | 52.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.4 / 1k | 32.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 26 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 59 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 111 |
| Green cover | 5.7% | 6.4% |
| Population | 9,547 | 12,113 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Tapping is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Wanneroo is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Tapping is stronger for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Wanneroo answers with schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Tapping, while Wanneroo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.