Cooma vs Numeralla, NSW suburb comparison

Cooma for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

CoomaNumeralla

Overall score

Cooma

57.3/100

Numeralla

36.3/100

Crime rate

Cooma

52.2 / 1k

Numeralla

53.6 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Cooma

47

Numeralla

23

Population

Cooma

6,715

Numeralla

254

Metric leadCooma 7Numeralla 21 tiedacross 10 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.

CategoryCoomaNumeralla
Overall score57.3/10036.3/100
Housing (desirability)63.7/10088.3/100
Crime rate52.2 / 1k53.6 / 1k
Schools & preschools2
Parks & reserves172
Public transport stops29715
Walkability32.0/10022.5/100
Nearby amenities4723
Planning activity3317
Population6,715254
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)4/104/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Cooma is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Numeralla is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.

Cooma pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Numeralla is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cooma, while Numeralla remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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