Overall score
Dawes Point
54.7/100
Woolloomooloo
51.5/100
Dawes Point vs Woolloomooloo, NSW Suburb Comparison
Dawes Point for retirees and families.
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
89
Woolloomooloo
267
Population
Dawes Point
385
Woolloomooloo
3,792
Metric leadDawes Point 3Woolloomooloo 73 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesDawes Point
- Best for familiesDawes Point
- Best for investmentDawes Point
- 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 | 54.7/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 47.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 450.3 / 1k | 188.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 18 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 19 |
| Walkability | 41.5/100 | 98.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 89 | 267 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 15 |
| Green cover | 17.0% | 3.4% |
| 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, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
Dawes Point suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Woolloomooloo is the stronger match for 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.