Overall score
Anna Bay
52.9/100
Fingal Bay
33.1/100
Anna Bay vs Fingal Bay, NSW suburb comparison
Anna Bay for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Anna BayFingal Bay
Crime rate
Anna Bay
41.6 / 1k
Fingal Bay
70.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Anna Bay
75
Fingal Bay
56
Population
Anna Bay
4,221
Fingal Bay
1,635
Metric leadAnna Bay 9Fingal Bay 1across 10 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 | Anna Bay | Fingal Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.9/100 | 33.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.1/100 | 25.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 41.6 / 1k | 70.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 103 | 40 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 75 | 56 |
| Planning activity | 35 | 15 |
| Population | 4,221 | 1,635 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Anna Bay is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Fingal Bay is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Anna Bay pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Fingal Bay is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Anna Bay sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Fingal Bay.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Anna Bay, while Fingal Bay remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.