Overall score
Albury
66.8/100
Wagga Wagga
70.8/100
Albury vs Wagga Wagga, NSW suburb comparison
Albury for retirees; Wagga Wagga for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlburyWagga Wagga
Crime rate
Albury
138.3 / 1k
Wagga Wagga
119.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Albury
379
Wagga Wagga
599
Population
Albury
4,955
Wagga Wagga
7,198
Metric leadAlbury 4Wagga Wagga 61 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAlbury
- Best for familiesWagga Wagga
- Best for best valueWagga Wagga
- Best for best schoolsWagga Wagga
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 | Albury | Wagga Wagga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.8/100 | 70.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.7/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 138.3 / 1k | 119.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 172 | 114 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 379 | 599 |
| Planning activity | 52 | 67 |
| Population | 4,955 | 7,198 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Albury is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Wagga Wagga is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Albury is stronger for public transport access and a calmer planning outlook; Wagga Wagga answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees may find Albury the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wagga Wagga.