Overall score
Holmesville
38.2/100
Seahampton
22.9/100
Holmesville vs Seahampton, NSW suburb comparison
Holmesville for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HolmesvilleSeahampton
Crime rate
Holmesville
49.1 / 1k
Seahampton
49.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Holmesville
29
Seahampton
6
Population
Holmesville
1,413
Seahampton
292
Metric leadHolmesville 6Seahampton 21 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesHolmesville
- Best for investmentHolmesville
- Best for best valueHolmesville
- Best for best schoolsHolmesville
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 | Holmesville | Seahampton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.2/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.5/100 | 76.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 49.1 / 1k | 49.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 8 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 6 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 1 |
| Population | 1,413 | 292 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Holmesville is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Seahampton is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Holmesville tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Seahampton stands out for a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Holmesville, while Seahampton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.