Largs vs Morpeth, NSW suburb comparison

Largs for retirees and investment; Morpeth for families and schools.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

LargsMorpeth

Overall score

Largs

36.5/100

Morpeth

40.2/100

Crime rate

Largs

95.2 / 1k

Morpeth

46.3 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Largs

26

Morpeth

57

Population

Largs

1,962

Morpeth

1,686

Metric leadLargs 4Morpeth 61 tiedacross 11 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 score36.5/10040.2/100
Housing (desirability)76.1/10057.4/100
Crime rate95.2 / 1k46.3 / 1k
Schools & preschools11
Parks & reserves13
Public transport stops2837
Walkability32.0/10038.0/100
Nearby amenities2657
Planning activity511
Population1,9621,686
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)7/105/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Largs is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, 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 and a calmer planning outlook; Morpeth answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.

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

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