Overall score
Arrawarra
25.4/100
Woolgoolga
41.6/100
Arrawarra vs Woolgoolga, NSW suburb comparison
Woolgoolga for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ArrawarraWoolgoolga
Crime rate
Arrawarra
64.0 / 1k
Woolgoolga
64.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arrawarra
36
Woolgoolga
3
Population
Arrawarra
591
Woolgoolga
6,151
Metric leadArrawarra 4Woolgoolga 5across 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 retireesWoolgoolga
- Best for familiesWoolgoolga
- Best for investmentWoolgoolga
- Best for best schoolsWoolgoolga
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 | Arrawarra | Woolgoolga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.4/100 | 41.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 71.5/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.0 / 1k | 64.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 168 |
| Walkability | 23.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 36 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 59 |
| Population | 591 | 6,151 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Arrawarra is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Woolgoolga is a quieter mid-sized suburb with space and a country-town pace.
Arrawarra tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Woolgoolga stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Woolgoolga, while Arrawarra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.