Overall score
Grafton
62.0/100
Waterview Heights
39.0/100
Grafton vs Waterview Heights, NSW suburb comparison
Grafton for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GraftonWaterview Heights
Crime rate
Grafton
112.2 / 1k
Waterview Heights
112.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Grafton
149
Waterview Heights
0
Population
Grafton
10,563
Waterview Heights
1,364
Metric leadGrafton 6Waterview Heights 4across 10 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 | Waterview Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.0/100 | 39.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.5/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.2 / 1k | 112.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 148 | 40 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 149 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 42 | 8 |
| Population | 10,563 | 1,364 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Grafton is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Waterview Heights is a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks. Waterview Heights sits among greener hillside streets, while Grafton keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Grafton tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Waterview Heights stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Grafton, while Waterview Heights remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.