Overall score
Cessnock
37.6/100
Neath
31.9/100
Cessnock vs Neath, NSW Suburb Comparison
Cessnock for retirees and families; Neath for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CessnockNeath
Crime rate
Cessnock
96.9 / 1k
Neath
78.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cessnock
165
Neath
17
Population
Cessnock
16,300
Neath
430
Metric leadCessnock 6Neath 51 tiedacross 12 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 | Cessnock | Neath |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.6/100 | 31.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 35.3/100 | 70.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 96.9 / 1k | 78.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | — |
| Public transport stops | 280 | 26 |
| Walkability | 83.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 165 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 73 | 3 |
| Green cover | 10.6% | 29.1% |
| Population | 16,300 | 430 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cessnock is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Neath is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Cessnock sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Neath is further out with more breathing room.
Cessnock tends to lead on schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability, while Neath stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Cessnock sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Neath.
On balance, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Cessnock, while Neath 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.