Overall score
Broadmeadow
51.2/100
New Lambton
64.0/100
Broadmeadow vs New Lambton, NSW Suburb Comparison
New Lambton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BroadmeadowNew Lambton
Crime rate
Broadmeadow
306.5 / 1k
New Lambton
46.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Broadmeadow
166
New Lambton
298
Population
Broadmeadow
1,688
New Lambton
10,651
Metric leadBroadmeadow 2New Lambton 101 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 retireesNew Lambton
- Best for familiesNew Lambton
- Best for investmentNew Lambton
- Best for best valueNew Lambton
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 | Broadmeadow | New Lambton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.2/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.8/100 | 73.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 306.5 / 1k | 46.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 66 | 199 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 166 | 298 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 64 |
| Green cover | 0.3% | 8.0% |
| Population | 1,688 | 10,651 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Broadmeadow is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while New Lambton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Broadmeadow tends to lead on schools and education options, plus a calmer planning outlook, while New Lambton stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer New Lambton, while Broadmeadow 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.