Overall score
Ashmont
47.8/100
Tolland
44.6/100
Ashmont vs Tolland, NSW suburb comparison
Ashmont for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshmontTolland
Crime rate
Ashmont
119.4 / 1k
Tolland
119.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashmont
68
Tolland
51
Population
Ashmont
3,747
Tolland
3,459
Metric leadAshmont 6Tolland 41 tiedacross 11 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 | Ashmont | Tolland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.8/100 | 44.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 119.4 / 1k | 119.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 47 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 68 | 51 |
| Planning activity | 13 | 25 |
| Population | 3,747 | 3,459 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashmont is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Tolland is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Ashmont tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Tolland stands out for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Ashmont, while Tolland remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.