Overall score
Caringbah
68.0/100
Yowie Bay
43.6/100
Caringbah vs Yowie Bay, NSW suburb comparison
Caringbah for retirees and families; Yowie Bay for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CaringbahYowie Bay
Crime rate
Caringbah
46.5 / 1k
Yowie Bay
102.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Caringbah
591
Yowie Bay
46
Population
Caringbah
12,575
Yowie Bay
3,053
Metric leadCaringbah 8Yowie Bay 3across 11 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 | Caringbah | Yowie Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.0/100 | 43.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 17.4/100 | 40.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.5 / 1k | 102.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 150 | 31 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 591 | 46 |
| Planning activity | 34 | 16 |
| Population | 12,575 | 3,053 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Caringbah is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Yowie Bay is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Caringbah tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Yowie Bay stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Caringbah suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Yowie Bay is the stronger match for investors.