Overall score
Bolwarra Heights
39.4/100
Largs
35.1/100
Bolwarra Heights vs Largs, NSW Suburb Comparison
Bolwarra Heights for retirees; Largs for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bolwarra HeightsLargs
Crime rate
Bolwarra Heights
95.4 / 1k
Largs
95.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolwarra Heights
23
Largs
26
Population
Bolwarra Heights
3,436
Largs
1,962
Metric leadBolwarra Heights 5Largs 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)
- Best for retireesBolwarra Heights
- Best for familiesLargs
- Best for investmentLargs
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 | Bolwarra Heights | Largs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.4/100 | 35.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.8/100 | 55.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 95.4 / 1k | 95.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 28 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 7 |
| Green cover | 6.8% | 1.5% |
| Population | 3,436 | 1,962 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Bolwarra Heights is a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, while Largs is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand. Bolwarra Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Largs keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Bolwarra Heights tends to lead on parks and reserves, overall desirability, and a larger local community, while Largs stands out for a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bolwarra Heights, while Largs remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.