Overall score
Coogee
56.3/100
Spearwood
58.0/100
Coogee for retirees and beach lifestyle; Spearwood for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Coogee
56.3/100
Spearwood
58.0/100
Crime rate
Coogee
2159.4 / 1k
Spearwood
1046.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coogee
82
Spearwood
108
Population
Coogee
5,345
Spearwood
10,944
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.
Coogee is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone, while Spearwood is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Where Coogee is shaped by the coast, Spearwood offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Coogee tends to lead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Spearwood stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
People chasing a beach lifestyle and investors may find Coogee the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Spearwood.