Overall score
Wollongong
55.3/100
Geelong
59.5/100
Wollongong vs Geelong Suburb Comparison (NSW vs VIC)
Wollongong for schools; Geelong for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
WollongongGeelong
Crime rate
Wollongong
154.3 / 1k
Geelong
664.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Wollongong
689
Geelong
1,412
Population
Wollongong
20,446
Geelong
5,811
Metric leadWollongong 6Geelong 43 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 | Wollongong | Geelong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.3/100 | 59.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.4/100 | 58.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 154.3 / 1k | 664.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 10 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 192 | 51 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 689 | 1,412 |
| Planning activity | 70 | 222 |
| Green cover | 6.5% | 5.1% |
| Population | 20,446 | 5,811 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Across states, Wollongong is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, whereas Geelong is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
On the data, Wollongong is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access; Geelong answers with schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Wollongong suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Geelong is the stronger match for retirees and investors.
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.