Overall score
Cumbalum
49.4/100
Lennox Head
57.4/100
Cumbalum vs Lennox Head, NSW Suburb Comparison
Cumbalum for investment and value; Lennox Head for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CumbalumLennox Head
Crime rate
Cumbalum
89.7 / 1k
Lennox Head
89.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cumbalum
15
Lennox Head
298
Population
Cumbalum
2,211
Lennox Head
7,687
Metric leadCumbalum 3Lennox Head 71 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLennox Head
- Best for familiesLennox Head
- Best for beach lifestyleLennox Head
- Best for investmentCumbalum
- Best for best valueCumbalum
- Best for best schoolsCumbalum
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 | Cumbalum | Lennox Head |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.4/100 | 57.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.0/100 | 43.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 89.7 / 1k | 89.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 16 | 96 |
| Walkability | 24.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 298 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 77 |
| Green cover | 4.4% | 8.5% |
| Population | 2,211 | 7,687 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cumbalum is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Lennox Head is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Lennox Head is shaped by the coast, Cumbalum offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Cumbalum is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook; Lennox Head answers with public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Cumbalum suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Lennox Head is the stronger match for families, people chasing a beach lifestyle, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.