Overall score
Kotara South
48.2/100
Whitebridge
55.3/100
Kotara South vs Whitebridge, NSW Suburb Comparison
Whitebridge for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Kotara SouthWhitebridge
Crime rate
Kotara South
87.0 / 1k
Whitebridge
66.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kotara South
21
Whitebridge
91
Population
Kotara South
1,267
Whitebridge
2,900
Metric leadKotara South 4Whitebridge 72 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesWhitebridge
- Best for beach lifestyleWhitebridge
- Best for best valueWhitebridge
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 | Kotara South | Whitebridge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.0/100 | 55.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.0 / 1k | 66.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 53 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 91 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 22 |
| Green cover | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Population | 1,267 | 2,900 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kotara South is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, and Whitebridge is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living. Where Whitebridge is shaped by the coast, Kotara South offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Kotara South tends to lead on schools and education options, plus a calmer planning outlook, while Whitebridge stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves.
Kotara South suits retirees, families, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Whitebridge is the stronger match for people chasing a beach lifestyle, 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.