Overall score
Elermore Vale
54.3/100
Jesmond
47.5/100
Elermore Vale for retirees and investment; Jesmond for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Elermore Vale
54.3/100
Jesmond
47.5/100
Crime rate
Elermore Vale
59.7 / 1k
Jesmond
108.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elermore Vale
99
Jesmond
299
Population
Elermore Vale
6,057
Jesmond
3,210
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 | Elermore Vale | Jesmond |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.3/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.7/100 | 26.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 108.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 31 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 99 | 299 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 11 |
| Population | 6,057 | 3,210 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, Elermore Vale is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Jesmond is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Elermore Vale is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Jesmond answers with walkability and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Elermore Vale sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Jesmond.
Elermore Vale suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Jesmond is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.