Overall score
Belmont South
32.6/100
Blacksmiths
42.9/100
Belmont South vs Blacksmiths, NSW suburb comparison
Blacksmiths for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Belmont SouthBlacksmiths
Crime rate
Belmont South
87.8 / 1k
Blacksmiths
55.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmont South
38
Blacksmiths
64
Population
Belmont South
1,053
Blacksmiths
1,881
Metric leadBelmont South 2Blacksmiths 8across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBlacksmiths
- Best for familiesBlacksmiths
- Best for beach lifestyleBlacksmiths
- Best for best schoolsBlacksmiths
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 South | Blacksmiths |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 42.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.6/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.8 / 1k | 55.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 47 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 38 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 14 |
| Population | 1,053 | 1,881 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Belmont South is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Blacksmiths is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Belmont South tends to lead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, while Blacksmiths stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Blacksmiths, while Belmont South remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.