Overall score
Coffs Harbour
48.7/100
Toormina
51.3/100
Coffs Harbour vs Toormina, NSW Suburb Comparison
Toormina for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Coffs HarbourToormina
Crime rate
Coffs Harbour
127.4 / 1k
Toormina
75.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coffs Harbour
567
Toormina
118
Population
Coffs Harbour
27,089
Toormina
6,171
Metric leadCoffs Harbour 6Toormina 52 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 | Toormina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.7/100 | 51.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.3/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 127.4 / 1k | 75.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 37 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 421 | 87 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 567 | 118 |
| Planning activity | 160 | 32 |
| Green cover | 16.6% | 24.3% |
| Population | 27,089 | 6,171 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Coffs Harbour reads as a regional larger suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace; Toormina is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Coffs Harbour tends to lead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, while Toormina stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Coffs Harbour suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Toormina 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.