Overall score
Bathurst
68.0/100
Windradyne
51.3/100
Bathurst vs Windradyne, NSW suburb comparison
Bathurst for families and schools; Windradyne for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BathurstWindradyne
Crime rate
Bathurst
94.6 / 1k
Windradyne
94.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bathurst
584
Windradyne
59
Population
Bathurst
7,001
Windradyne
3,309
Metric leadBathurst 7Windradyne 4across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWindradyne
- Best for familiesBathurst
- Best for investmentWindradyne
- Best for best schoolsBathurst
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 | Bathurst | Windradyne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.0/100 | 51.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.7/100 | 84.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 94.6 / 1k | 94.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 250 | 74 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 584 | 59 |
| Planning activity | 48 | 13 |
| Population | 7,001 | 3,309 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Bathurst reads as a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Windradyne is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Bathurst pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Windradyne is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Bathurst generally means more approachable housing costs, while Windradyne leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Bathurst suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Windradyne is the stronger match for retirees and investors.