Overall score
Gosford
55.7/100
Wyong
49.6/100
Gosford for retirees and families; Wyong for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gosford
55.7/100
Wyong
49.6/100
Crime rate
Gosford
113.2 / 1k
Wyong
98.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gosford
338
Wyong
335
Population
Gosford
4,873
Wyong
4,530
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 | Gosford | Wyong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.7/100 | 49.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.8/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 113.2 / 1k | 98.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 113 | 141 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 338 | 335 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 21 |
| Green cover | 20.6% | 3.9% |
| Population | 4,873 | 4,530 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Gosford reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Wyong is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Gosford is stronger for schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability; Wyong answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Gosford suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Wyong is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
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.