Overall score
Coal Point
36.0/100
Marks Point
27.2/100
Coal Point vs Marks Point, NSW suburb comparison
Coal Point for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Coal PointMarks Point
Crime rate
Coal Point
80.9 / 1k
Marks Point
88.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coal Point
17
Marks Point
24
Population
Coal Point
1,749
Marks Point
1,861
Metric leadCoal Point 6Marks Point 41 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCoal Point
- Best for best valueCoal Point
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 | Coal Point | Marks Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.0/100 | 27.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.0/100 | 33.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.9 / 1k | 88.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 42 | 14 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 24 |
| Planning activity | 23 | 8 |
| Population | 1,749 | 1,861 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Coal Point is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Marks Point is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
On the data, Coal Point is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; Marks Point answers with a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Coal Point sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Marks Point.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Coal Point, while Marks Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.