Overall score
Barnsley
42.1/100
West Wallsend
40.5/100
Barnsley vs West Wallsend, NSW Suburb Comparison
Barnsley for families; West Wallsend for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BarnsleyWest Wallsend
Crime rate
Barnsley
54.1 / 1k
West Wallsend
48.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barnsley
35
West Wallsend
3
Population
Barnsley
1,735
West Wallsend
2,981
Metric leadBarnsley 4West Wallsend 45 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesBarnsley
- Best for investmentWest Wallsend
- Best for best valueWest Wallsend
- Best for best schoolsWest Wallsend
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 | West Wallsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.1/100 | 40.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.5/100 | 63.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.1 / 1k | 48.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 52 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 35 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 17 |
| Green cover | 31.0% | 18.0% |
| Population | 1,735 | 2,981 |
| 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 West Wallsend is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand.
Barnsley pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities, overall desirability, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas West Wallsend is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. On housing, Barnsley sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in West Wallsend.
Barnsley suits investors more clearly, whereas West Wallsend is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.