Overall score
Adelong
39.0/100
Tumut
53.1/100
Adelong vs Tumut, NSW suburb comparison
Tumut for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AdelongTumut
Crime rate
Adelong
62.4 / 1k
Tumut
88.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Adelong
20
Tumut
77
Population
Adelong
938
Tumut
6,613
Metric leadAdelong 2Tumut 63 tiedacross 11 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.
Comparison summary
Adelong is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Tumut is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Adelong tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Tumut stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Tumut, while Adelong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.