Largs vs Morpeth, NSW Suburb Comparison

Largs for value; Morpeth for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

LargsMorpeth

Overall score

Largs

35.1/100

Morpeth

45.8/100

Crime rate

Largs

95.2 / 1k

Morpeth

46.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Largs

26

Morpeth

59

Population

Largs

1,962

Morpeth

1,686

Metric leadLargs 3Morpeth 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.

CategoryLargsMorpeth
Overall score35.1/10045.8/100
Housing (desirability)55.7/10064.8/100
Crime rate95.2 / 1k46.3 / 1k
Schools & preschools11
Weather (desirability)60.5/10060.5/100
Parks & reserves13
Public transport stops2837
Walkability32.0/10038.0/100
Nearby amenities2659
Planning activity712
Green cover1.5%3.8%
Population1,9621,686
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)7/105/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Largs is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Morpeth is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. Largs sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Morpeth is in a middle-ring position.

On the data, Largs is stronger for housing affordability, a calmer planning outlook, and a larger local community; Morpeth answers with a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access.

Largs suits retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Morpeth is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.

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.

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