Overall score
Dubbo
37.8/100
Werribee
41.7/100
Dubbo for investment and value; Werribee for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dubbo
37.8/100
Werribee
41.7/100
Crime rate
Dubbo
153.5 / 1k
Werribee
83.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dubbo
64
Werribee
265
Population
Dubbo
43,516
Werribee
50,027
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 | Dubbo | Werribee |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.8/100 | 41.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.6/100 | 42.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 153.5 / 1k | 83.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 13.4/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 58 | 63 |
| Public transport stops | 1,884 | 269 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 265 |
| Planning activity | 413 | 243 |
| Green cover | 2.1% | 9.2% |
| Population | 43,516 | 50,027 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 3/10 |
Dubbo (NSW) is a regional larger suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Werribee (VIC) is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby. Dubbo sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Werribee is in a middle-ring position.
Dubbo pulls ahead on housing affordability, public transport access, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Werribee is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves. Dubbo generally means more sought-after housing, while Werribee leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Dubbo suits retirees more clearly, whereas Werribee is the stronger match for families 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.