Overall score
Fletcher
51.9/100
Wallsend
65.4/100
Fletcher vs Wallsend, NSW suburb comparison
Fletcher for retirees; Wallsend for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FletcherWallsend
Crime rate
Fletcher
59.7 / 1k
Wallsend
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fletcher
81
Wallsend
293
Population
Fletcher
8,014
Wallsend
13,244
Metric leadFletcher 2Wallsend 72 tiedacross 11 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 | Fletcher | Wallsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.9/100 | 65.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.7/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 58 | 202 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 81 | 293 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 46 |
| Population | 8,014 | 13,244 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Fletcher is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Wallsend is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Fletcher tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Wallsend stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves. On housing, Fletcher sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Wallsend.
Choose Fletcher if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Wallsend for families and value-focused buyers.