Overall score
Jesmond
42.9/100
Shortland
37.9/100
Jesmond vs Shortland, NSW Suburb Comparison
Jesmond for retirees and families; Shortland for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JesmondShortland
Crime rate
Jesmond
108.6 / 1k
Shortland
68.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jesmond
304
Shortland
164
Population
Jesmond
3,210
Shortland
4,537
Metric leadJesmond 6Shortland 61 tiedacross 13 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 | Jesmond | Shortland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.9/100 | 37.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.5/100 | 77.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 108.6 / 1k | 68.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 84 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 304 | 164 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 15 |
| Green cover | 16.1% | 2.9% |
| Population | 3,210 | 4,537 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Jesmond is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Shortland is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Jesmond pulls ahead on schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, whereas Shortland is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
Jesmond suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Shortland is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.