Overall score
Alstonville
70.7/100
Wollongbar
57.9/100
Alstonville vs Wollongbar, NSW suburb comparison
Alstonville for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlstonvilleWollongbar
Crime rate
Alstonville
38.5 / 1k
Wollongbar
38.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alstonville
158
Wollongbar
46
Population
Alstonville
5,912
Wollongbar
3,261
Metric leadAlstonville 7Wollongbar 22 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 familiesAlstonville
- Best for best valueAlstonville
- Best for best schoolsAlstonville
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 | Alstonville | Wollongbar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.7/100 | 57.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 79.8/100 | 79.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 38.5 / 1k | 38.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 215 | 200 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 158 | 46 |
| Planning activity | 23 | 23 |
| Population | 5,912 | 3,261 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Alstonville is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Wollongbar is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Alstonville is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Wollongbar answers with a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Alstonville, while Wollongbar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.