Overall score
Barnsley
40.2/100
Seahampton
22.9/100
Barnsley vs Seahampton, NSW suburb comparison
Barnsley for investment and value; Seahampton for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BarnsleySeahampton
Crime rate
Barnsley
54.1 / 1k
Seahampton
49.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barnsley
34
Seahampton
6
Population
Barnsley
1,735
Seahampton
292
Metric leadBarnsley 5Seahampton 31 tiedacross 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 familiesSeahampton
- Best for investmentBarnsley
- Best for best valueBarnsley
- Best for best schoolsBarnsley
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 | Barnsley | Seahampton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.2/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.1 / 1k | 49.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 8 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 1 |
| Population | 1,735 | 292 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Barnsley is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Seahampton is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Barnsley pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Seahampton is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Barnsley if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Seahampton for families.