Overall score
Arcadia
50.2/100
Fiddletown
34.9/100
Arcadia vs Fiddletown, NSW suburb comparison
Arcadia for retirees and investment; Fiddletown for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArcadiaFiddletown
Crime rate
Arcadia
16.6 / 1k
Fiddletown
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arcadia
14
Fiddletown
0
Population
Arcadia
1,475
Fiddletown
259
Metric leadArcadia 5Fiddletown 22 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesArcadia
- Best for familiesFiddletown
- Best for investmentArcadia
- Best for best valueArcadia
- Best for best schoolsArcadia
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 | Arcadia | Fiddletown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.2/100 | 34.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.3/100 | 44.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.6 / 1k | 15.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 59 | 4 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 14 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 2 |
| Population | 1,475 | 259 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Arcadia is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Fiddletown is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Arcadia tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Fiddletown stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Arcadia, while Fiddletown remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.