Overall score
Dawes Point
46.5/100
Woolloomooloo
57.0/100
Dawes Point vs Woolloomooloo, NSW suburb comparison
Dawes Point for schools; Woolloomooloo for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dawes PointWoolloomooloo
Crime rate
Dawes Point
450.3 / 1k
Woolloomooloo
188.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dawes Point
81
Woolloomooloo
251
Population
Dawes Point
385
Woolloomooloo
3,792
Metric leadDawes Point 1Woolloomooloo 82 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 best valueWoolloomooloo
- Best for best schoolsDawes Point
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 | Dawes Point | Woolloomooloo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.5/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 0.5/100 | 1.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 450.3 / 1k | 188.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 18 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 19 |
| Walkability | 39.5/100 | 98.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 81 | 251 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 13 |
| Population | 385 | 3,792 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dawes Point is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Woolloomooloo is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Dawes Point tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Woolloomooloo stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Woolloomooloo, while Dawes Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.