Overall score
Grafton
62.0/100
South Grafton
46.9/100
Grafton vs South Grafton, NSW suburb comparison
Grafton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GraftonSouth Grafton
Crime rate
Grafton
112.2 / 1k
South Grafton
112.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grafton
149
South Grafton
18
Population
Grafton
10,563
South Grafton
6,288
Metric leadGrafton 8South Grafton 12 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 | Grafton | South Grafton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.0/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.5/100 | 74.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.2 / 1k | 112.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 139 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 18 |
| Planning activity | 43 | 24 |
| Population | 10,563 | 6,288 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Grafton is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while South Grafton is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Grafton is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; South Grafton answers with a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Grafton, while South Grafton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.