Overall score
Crescent Head
26.6/100
Verges Creek
26.9/100
Crescent Head vs Verges Creek, NSW suburb comparison
Crescent Head for families and beach lifestyle; Verges Creek for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Crescent HeadVerges Creek
Crime rate
Crescent Head
164.2 / 1k
Verges Creek
165.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Crescent Head
0
Verges Creek
0
Population
Crescent Head
1,633
Verges Creek
298
Metric leadCrescent Head 5Verges Creek 32 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesCrescent Head
- Best for beach lifestyleCrescent Head
- Best for investmentVerges Creek
- Best for best valueVerges Creek
- Best for best schoolsCrescent Head
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 | Crescent Head | Verges Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.6/100 | 26.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 70.6/100 | 82.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 164.2 / 1k | 165.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 12 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 5 |
| Population | 1,633 | 298 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Crescent Head reads as a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Verges Creek is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Crescent Head leans into coastal living, while Verges Creek feels more inland and suburban in character.
Crescent Head pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Verges Creek is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Crescent Head suits families and people chasing a beach lifestyle more clearly, whereas Verges Creek is the stronger match for retirees and investors.