Overall score
Emerald Beach
36.1/100
Moonee Beach
39.4/100
Emerald Beach vs Moonee Beach, NSW suburb comparison
Moonee Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Emerald BeachMoonee Beach
Crime rate
Emerald Beach
64.7 / 1k
Moonee Beach
127.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Emerald Beach
0
Moonee Beach
8
Population
Emerald Beach
2,677
Moonee Beach
2,176
Metric leadEmerald Beach 3Moonee Beach 42 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMoonee Beach
- Best for familiesMoonee Beach
- Best for investmentMoonee Beach
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 | Emerald Beach | Moonee Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.1/100 | 39.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.5/100 | 67.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.7 / 1k | 127.4 / 1k |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 63 | 73 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 8 |
| Planning activity | 23 | 55 |
| Population | 2,677 | 2,176 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Emerald Beach reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; Moonee Beach is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone.
Emerald Beach tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Moonee Beach stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Moonee Beach, while Emerald Beach remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.