Overall score
Collaroy
70.3/100
Cromer
59.3/100
Collaroy vs Cromer, NSW suburb comparison
Collaroy for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CollaroyCromer
Crime rate
Collaroy
16.7 / 1k
Cromer
26.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Collaroy
230
Cromer
718
Population
Collaroy
7,944
Cromer
8,030
Metric leadCollaroy 5Cromer 51 tiedacross 11 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 | Collaroy | Cromer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.3/100 | 59.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.8/100 | 37.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.7 / 1k | 26.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 21 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 109 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 230 | 718 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 18 |
| Population | 7,944 | 8,030 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Collaroy is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Cromer is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Collaroy leans into coastal living, while Cromer feels more inland and suburban in character.
On the data, Collaroy is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Cromer answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Collaroy, while Cromer remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.