Overall score
Belmore River
19.3/100
Crescent Head
26.6/100
Belmore River vs Crescent Head, NSW suburb comparison
Crescent Head for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Belmore RiverCrescent Head
Crime rate
Belmore River
162.7 / 1k
Crescent Head
164.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belmore River
0
Crescent Head
0
Population
Belmore River
268
Crescent Head
1,633
Metric leadBelmore River 2Crescent Head 61 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 retireesCrescent Head
- Best for familiesCrescent Head
- Best for beach lifestyleCrescent Head
- Best for investmentCrescent Head
- Best for best valueCrescent Head
- Best for best schoolsCrescent Head
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 | Belmore River | Crescent Head |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 19.3/100 | 26.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.7/100 | 70.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 162.7 / 1k | 164.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 15 |
| Walkability | 9.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 24 |
| Population | 268 | 1,633 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Belmore River is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Crescent Head is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Crescent Head is shaped by the coast, Belmore River offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Belmore River tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Crescent Head stands out for housing affordability and public transport access. On housing, Belmore River sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Crescent Head.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Crescent Head, while Belmore River remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.