Overall score
Harwood
38.0/100
Townsend
40.8/100
Harwood vs Townsend, NSW Suburb Comparison
Harwood for retirees and families; Townsend for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarwoodTownsend
Crime rate
Harwood
62.7 / 1k
Townsend
53.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harwood
5
Townsend
9
Population
Harwood
346
Townsend
991
Metric leadHarwood 3Townsend 63 tiedacross 12 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 | Harwood | Townsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.0/100 | 40.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.8/100 | 74.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 62.7 / 1k | 53.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 16 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 26.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 9 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 13 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 346 | 991 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Harwood is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Townsend is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Harwood tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and a calmer planning outlook, while Townsend stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. Harwood generally means more approachable housing costs, while Townsend leans toward more sought-after housing.
Harwood suits retirees more clearly, whereas Townsend is the stronger match for families, investors, value-focused buyers, 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.