Overall score
Cromer
59.3/100
Ingleside
35.5/100
Cromer vs Ingleside, NSW suburb comparison
Cromer for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CromerIngleside
Crime rate
Cromer
26.4 / 1k
Ingleside
49.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cromer
718
Ingleside
51
Population
Cromer
8,030
Ingleside
1,030
Metric leadCromer 9Ingleside 11 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 | Cromer | Ingleside |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.3/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.7/100 | 18.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.4 / 1k | 49.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 21 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 109 | 32 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 718 | 51 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 5 |
| Population | 8,030 | 1,030 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cromer reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Ingleside is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Cromer is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Ingleside answers with a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cromer, while Ingleside remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.