Overall score
Blackett
31.1/100
Whalan
27.9/100
Blackett vs Whalan, NSW Suburb Comparison
Blackett for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BlackettWhalan
Crime rate
Blackett
194.2 / 1k
Whalan
194.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Blackett
43
Whalan
77
Population
Blackett
3,586
Whalan
5,929
Metric leadBlackett 5Whalan 53 tiedacross 13 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 | Blackett | Whalan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.1/100 | 27.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.2/100 | 29.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.2 / 1k | 194.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 47 | 80 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 43 | 77 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 6 |
| Green cover | 7.0% | 2.0% |
| Population | 3,586 | 5,929 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Blackett reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; Whalan is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Blackett tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Whalan stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Blackett suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Whalan is the stronger match for investors.
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.