Overall score
Armidale
55.5/100
Tamworth
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Armidale vs Tamworth, NSW Suburb Comparison
Armidale for retirees and families; Tamworth for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArmidaleTamworth
Crime rate
Armidale
121.0 / 1k
Tamworth
149.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Armidale
1,141
Tamworth
226
Population
Armidale
23,967
Tamworth
189
Metric leadArmidale 7Tamworth 21 tiedacross 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 | Armidale | Tamworth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.5/100 | — |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.5/100 | — |
| Crime rate | 121.0 / 1k | 149.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 48 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 762 | 41 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,141 | 226 |
| Planning activity | 140 | 12 |
| Green cover | 2.0% | 15.6% |
| Population | 23,967 | 189 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Armidale reads as a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace; Tamworth is a welcoming smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
On the data, Armidale is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Tamworth answers with a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Armidale sits in a gently premium band, compared with a affordable feel in Tamworth.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Armidale, while Tamworth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.