Overall score
Delungra
23.2/100
Inverell
66.3/100
Inverell for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Delungra
23.2/100
Inverell
66.3/100
Crime rate
Delungra
62.5 / 1k
Inverell
119.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Delungra
0
Inverell
284
Population
Delungra
625
Inverell
12,057
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Delungra | Inverell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 23.2/100 | 66.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 33.9/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.5 / 1k | 119.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 50 | 191 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 284 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 49 |
| Population | 625 | 12,057 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Delungra reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Inverell is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Delungra is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Inverell answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Inverell, while Delungra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.