Overall score
Georgetown
42.0/100
Wickham
34.1/100
Georgetown vs Wickham, NSW suburb comparison
Georgetown for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GeorgetownWickham
Crime rate
Georgetown
158.1 / 1k
Wickham
404.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Georgetown
38
Wickham
84
Population
Georgetown
2,072
Wickham
1,637
Metric leadGeorgetown 5Wickham 5across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesGeorgetown
- Best for investmentGeorgetown
- Best for best valueGeorgetown
- Best for best schoolsGeorgetown
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 | Georgetown | Wickham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.0/100 | 34.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.4/100 | 6.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 158.1 / 1k | 404.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 26 |
| Walkability | 40.0/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 38 | 84 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 7 |
| Population | 2,072 | 1,637 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Georgetown is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Wickham is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Georgetown sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Wickham is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Georgetown is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Wickham answers with public transport access and walkability.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Georgetown the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Wickham.