Overall score
Belmont
49.0/100
Belmont South
32.6/100
Belmont vs Belmont South, NSW suburb comparison
Belmont for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelmontBelmont South
Crime rate
Belmont
87.9 / 1k
Belmont South
87.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont
73
Belmont South
38
Population
Belmont
7,289
Belmont South
1,053
Metric leadBelmont 8Belmont South 2across 10 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 | Belmont | Belmont South |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.0/100 | 32.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.1/100 | 62.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.9 / 1k | 87.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 121 | 25 |
| Walkability | 73.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 38 |
| Planning activity | 34 | 5 |
| Population | 7,289 | 1,053 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Belmont is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Belmont South is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Belmont pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Belmont South is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Belmont sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Belmont South.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Belmont, while Belmont South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.