Overall score
Fernleigh
51.0/100
Tintenbar
49.0/100
Fernleigh vs Tintenbar, NSW Suburb Comparison
Tintenbar for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FernleighTintenbar
Crime rate
Fernleigh
22.3 / 1k
Tintenbar
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fernleigh
2
Tintenbar
16
Population
Fernleigh
298
Tintenbar
618
Metric leadFernleigh 4Tintenbar 45 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Fernleigh | Tintenbar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.0/100 | 49.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.8/100 | 49.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.3 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 33 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 16 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 6 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| Population | 298 | 618 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Fernleigh reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; Tintenbar is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Fernleigh tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, overall desirability, and a calmer planning outlook, while Tintenbar stands out for housing affordability, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Fernleigh suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Tintenbar is the stronger match for investors 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.