Overall score
Harrington
39.1/100
Tuncurry
39.5/100
Harrington vs Tuncurry, NSW Suburb Comparison
Harrington for families and investment; Tuncurry for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarringtonTuncurry
Crime rate
Harrington
42.4 / 1k
Tuncurry
86.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harrington
5
Tuncurry
91
Population
Harrington
3,381
Tuncurry
6,376
Metric leadHarrington 4Tuncurry 81 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesTuncurry
- Best for familiesHarrington
- Best for investmentHarrington
- Best for best valueHarrington
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 | Tuncurry |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.1/100 | 39.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.0/100 | 53.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.4 / 1k | 86.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 49.1/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 109 | 165 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 91 |
| Planning activity | 44 | 30 |
| Green cover | 0.2% | 14.9% |
| Population | 3,381 | 6,376 |
| 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 Tuncurry is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Harrington tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Tuncurry stands out for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access. Harrington generally means more approachable housing costs, while Tuncurry leans toward more sought-after housing.
Harrington suits investors more clearly, whereas Tuncurry is the stronger match for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.