Overall score
Harrington
34.1/100
Laurieton
58.5/100
Harrington vs Laurieton, NSW suburb comparison
Laurieton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarringtonLaurieton
Crime rate
Harrington
42.4 / 1k
Laurieton
40.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harrington
0
Laurieton
185
Population
Harrington
3,381
Laurieton
2,012
Metric leadHarrington 3Laurieton 8across 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 | Harrington | Laurieton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.1/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.1/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.4 / 1k | 40.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 109 | 33 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 98.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 185 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 7 |
| Population | 3,381 | 2,012 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Harrington is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds, and Laurieton is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Harrington is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Laurieton answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Laurieton, while Harrington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.