Overall score
Jesmond
42.9/100
Wallsend
54.6/100
Jesmond vs Wallsend, NSW Suburb Comparison
Jesmond for schools; Wallsend for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
JesmondWallsend
Crime rate
Jesmond
108.6 / 1k
Wallsend
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Jesmond
304
Wallsend
302
Population
Jesmond
3,210
Wallsend
13,244
Metric leadJesmond 3Wallsend 82 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 | Wallsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.9/100 | 54.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.5/100 | 73.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 108.6 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 202 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 304 | 302 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 60 |
| Green cover | 16.1% | 35.3% |
| Population | 3,210 | 13,244 |
| 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 Wallsend is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Jesmond is stronger for schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook; Wallsend answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
Households prioritising schools may find Jesmond the better fit, while retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wallsend.
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.