Overall score
Broken Hill
29.6/100
Dubbo
37.8/100
Broken Hill vs Dubbo, NSW Suburb Comparison
Dubbo for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Broken HillDubbo
Crime rate
Broken Hill
161.0 / 1k
Dubbo
153.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Broken Hill
19
Dubbo
64
Population
Broken Hill
17,706
Dubbo
43,516
Metric leadBroken Hill 2Dubbo 11across 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 | Broken Hill | Dubbo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.6/100 | 37.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.2/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 161.0 / 1k | 153.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 3.5/100 | 13.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 58 |
| Public transport stops | 169 | 1,884 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 19 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 97 | 413 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 2.1% |
| Population | 17,706 | 43,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Broken Hill reads as a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace; Dubbo is a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Broken Hill sits more remote from the capital, whereas Dubbo is more regionally self-contained.
Broken Hill tends to lead on schools and education options, plus a calmer planning outlook, while Dubbo stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves. On housing, Broken Hill sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Dubbo.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Dubbo, while Broken Hill 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.