Overall score
Binalong Bay
33.2/100
Scamander
40.7/100
Scamander for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Binalong Bay
33.2/100
Scamander
40.7/100
Crime rate
Binalong Bay
20.3 / 1k
Scamander
20.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Binalong Bay
21
Scamander
44
Population
Binalong Bay
329
Scamander
803
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Binalong Bay | Scamander |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.2/100 | 40.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.2/100 | 49.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.3 / 1k | 20.3 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | — | 4 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 8.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 44 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 3.8% |
| Population | 329 | 803 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Binalong Bay is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Scamander is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Scamander leans into coastal living, while Binalong Bay feels more inland and suburban in character.
Binalong Bay tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Scamander stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Binalong Bay sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Scamander.
Retirees may find Binalong Bay the better fit, while people chasing a beach lifestyle, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Scamander.
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.