Overall score
Tapping
50.4/100
Wanneroo
54.5/100
Tapping for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Tapping
50.4/100
Wanneroo
54.5/100
Crime rate
Tapping
964.1 / 1k
Wanneroo
682.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tapping
42
Wanneroo
72
Population
Tapping
9,547
Wanneroo
12,113
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.
Tapping is a well-connected metro established suburb with a familiar suburban feel, 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 a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Tapping, while Wanneroo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.