Overall score
Geilston Bay
53.5/100
Warrane
51.0/100
Geilston Bay for retirees; Warrane for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Geilston Bay
53.5/100
Warrane
51.0/100
Crime rate
Geilston Bay
919.6 / 1k
Warrane
1326.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Geilston Bay
80
Warrane
63
Population
Geilston Bay
3,461
Warrane
2,695
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 | Geilston Bay | Warrane |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.5/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 919.6 / 1k | 1326.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 40 | 27 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 80 | 63 |
| Population | 3,461 | 2,695 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 1/10 |
Geilston Bay reads as a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks; Warrane is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks.
On the data, Geilston Bay is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Warrane answers with parks and reserves. On housing, Geilston Bay sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Warrane.
On balance, retirees are more likely to prefer Geilston Bay, while Warrane remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.