Overall score
Grafton
62.0/100
Ulmarra
38.2/100
Grafton vs Ulmarra, NSW suburb comparison
Grafton for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GraftonUlmarra
Crime rate
Grafton
112.2 / 1k
Ulmarra
69.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grafton
149
Ulmarra
0
Population
Grafton
10,563
Ulmarra
749
Metric leadGrafton 9Ulmarra 2across 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 | Ulmarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.5/100 | 71.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.2 / 1k | 69.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 110 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 42 | 7 |
| Population | 10,563 | 749 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Grafton is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Ulmarra is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, Grafton is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Ulmarra answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Grafton, while Ulmarra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.