Overall score
Bolton Point
32.2/100
Croudace Bay
39.7/100
Bolton Point vs Croudace Bay, NSW Suburb Comparison
Bolton Point for retirees; Croudace Bay for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bolton PointCroudace Bay
Crime rate
Bolton Point
81.1 / 1k
Croudace Bay
88.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolton Point
26
Croudace Bay
26
Population
Bolton Point
2,124
Croudace Bay
641
Metric leadBolton Point 4Croudace Bay 53 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBolton Point
- Best for familiesCroudace Bay
- Best for investmentCroudace Bay
- Best for best valueCroudace Bay
- Best for best schoolsCroudace Bay
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 | Bolton Point | Croudace Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.2/100 | 39.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.5/100 | 58.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 81.1 / 1k | 88.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 21 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 3 |
| Green cover | 9.4% | 0.0% |
| Population | 2,124 | 641 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bolton Point is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Croudace Bay is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Bolton Point is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access; Croudace Bay answers with schools and education options, overall desirability, and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Bolton Point if you are weighing investors; lean toward Croudace Bay for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.