Overall score
Asquith
58.7/100
Waitara
58.7/100
Asquith vs Waitara, NSW Suburb Comparison
Waitara for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AsquithWaitara
Crime rate
Asquith
66.0 / 1k
Waitara
66.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Asquith
157
Waitara
138
Population
Asquith
6,160
Waitara
7,837
Metric leadAsquith 3Waitara 64 tiedacross 13 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 | Asquith | Waitara |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.7/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.6/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.0 / 1k | 66.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 18 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 73 | 26 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 157 | 138 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 3 |
| Green cover | 3.7% | 6.8% |
| Population | 6,160 | 7,837 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Asquith is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Waitara is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Asquith pulls ahead on housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access, whereas Waitara is the better pick for schools and education options, walkability, and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Waitara, while Asquith 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.