Overall score
Coffs Harbour
48.7/100
Grafton
45.9/100
Coffs Harbour vs Grafton, NSW Suburb Comparison
Grafton for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Coffs HarbourGrafton
Crime rate
Coffs Harbour
127.4 / 1k
Grafton
112.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coffs Harbour
567
Grafton
178
Population
Coffs Harbour
27,089
Grafton
10,563
Metric leadCoffs Harbour 8Grafton 32 tiedacross 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 | Coffs Harbour | Grafton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.7/100 | 45.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.3/100 | 71.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 127.4 / 1k | 112.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 421 | 148 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 79.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 567 | 178 |
| Planning activity | 160 | 48 |
| Green cover | 16.6% | 3.1% |
| Population | 27,089 | 10,563 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Coffs Harbour is a regional larger suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Grafton is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Coffs Harbour is stronger for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Grafton answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook. Coffs Harbour generally means more sought-after housing, while Grafton leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Coffs Harbour suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Grafton is the stronger match for value-focused buyers.
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.