Overall score
Croudace Bay
39.7/100
Jewells
48.0/100
Croudace Bay vs Jewells, NSW Suburb Comparison
Croudace Bay for families and investment; Jewells for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Croudace BayJewells
Crime rate
Croudace Bay
88.1 / 1k
Jewells
88.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Croudace Bay
26
Jewells
43
Population
Croudace Bay
641
Jewells
2,452
Metric leadCroudace Bay 1Jewells 83 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesJewells
- Best for familiesCroudace Bay
- Best for investmentCroudace Bay
- Best for best schoolsCroudace Bay
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 | Croudace Bay | Jewells |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.7/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.4/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.1 / 1k | 88.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 31 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 80.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 8 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 6.6% |
| Population | 641 | 2,452 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Croudace Bay is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Jewells is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm. Croudace Bay sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Jewells is in a middle-ring position.
Croudace Bay pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Jewells is the better pick for schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Croudace Bay suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Jewells is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.