Overall score
Lennox Head
62.3/100
Newrybar
42.8/100
Lennox Head vs Newrybar, NSW suburb comparison
Lennox Head for beach lifestyle and investment; Newrybar for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Lennox HeadNewrybar
Crime rate
Lennox Head
89.8 / 1k
Newrybar
21.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lennox Head
256
Newrybar
0
Population
Lennox Head
7,687
Newrybar
532
Metric leadLennox Head 6Newrybar 22 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 retireesNewrybar
- Best for familiesNewrybar
- Best for beach lifestyleLennox Head
- Best for investmentLennox Head
- Best for best valueLennox Head
- Best for best schoolsLennox Head
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 | Lennox Head | Newrybar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.3/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.1/100 | 20.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 89.8 / 1k | 21.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | — |
| Public transport stops | 96 | 40 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 256 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 63 | 6 |
| Population | 7,687 | 532 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Lennox Head reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; Newrybar is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Lennox Head leans into coastal living, while Newrybar feels more inland and suburban in character.
Lennox Head pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Newrybar is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Lennox Head suits people chasing a beach lifestyle and investors more clearly, whereas Newrybar is the stronger match for retirees and families.