Overall score
Junction Hill
39.8/100
Ulmarra
38.2/100
Junction Hill vs Ulmarra, NSW suburb comparison
Junction Hill for retirees and value; Ulmarra for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Junction HillUlmarra
Crime rate
Junction Hill
112.1 / 1k
Ulmarra
69.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Junction Hill
17
Ulmarra
0
Population
Junction Hill
1,547
Ulmarra
749
Metric leadJunction Hill 6Ulmarra 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesJunction Hill
- Best for familiesUlmarra
- Best for best valueJunction Hill
- Best for best schoolsUlmarra
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 | Junction Hill | Ulmarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.8/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 71.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.1 / 1k | 69.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 110 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 7 |
| Population | 1,547 | 749 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Junction Hill reads as a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Ulmarra is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Junction Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Ulmarra stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access. On housing, Junction Hill sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Ulmarra.
Junction Hill suits retirees and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Ulmarra is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.