Overall score
Bangor
59.4/100
Woronora Heights
52.2/100
Bangor vs Woronora Heights, NSW suburb comparison
Bangor for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BangorWoronora Heights
Crime rate
Bangor
20.8 / 1k
Woronora Heights
22.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bangor
48
Woronora Heights
36
Population
Bangor
5,536
Woronora Heights
2,781
Metric leadBangor 7Woronora Heights 22 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 | Bangor | Woronora Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.4/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 49.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.8 / 1k | 22.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 52 | 35 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 36 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 4 |
| Population | 5,536 | 2,781 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bangor reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Woronora Heights is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks. Woronora Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Bangor keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bangor tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Woronora Heights stands out for walkability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bangor, while Woronora Heights remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.