Overall score
Corlette
49.1/100
Shoal Bay
38.5/100
Corlette vs Shoal Bay, NSW suburb comparison
Corlette for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CorletteShoal Bay
Crime rate
Corlette
70.0 / 1k
Shoal Bay
70.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Corlette
88
Shoal Bay
61
Population
Corlette
5,699
Shoal Bay
1,815
Metric leadCorlette 9Shoal Bay 2across 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 | Corlette | Shoal Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.1/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.8/100 | 25.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 70.0 / 1k | 70.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 86 | 36 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 88 | 61 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 18 |
| Population | 5,699 | 1,815 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Corlette is a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Shoal Bay is a coastal smaller community with an easy, sea-led rhythm.
Corlette tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Shoal Bay stands out for walkability and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Corlette sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Shoal Bay.
Corlette suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Shoal Bay is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.