Overall score
Clontarf
65.6/100
Woody Point
57.0/100
Clontarf for retirees and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clontarf
65.6/100
Woody Point
57.0/100
Crime rate
Clontarf
53.0 / 1k
Woody Point
52.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clontarf
222
Woody Point
204
Population
Clontarf
8,446
Woody Point
4,548
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Clontarf | Woody Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.6/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 94.9/100 | 73.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.0 / 1k | 52.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 24 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 222 | 204 |
| Population | 8,446 | 4,548 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Clontarf reads as a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone; Woody Point is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Clontarf is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Woody Point answers with well-served by public transport and relatively affordable housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Clontarf, while Woody Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.