Overall score
Littlehampton
53.3/100
Nairne
61.5/100
Littlehampton for schools; Nairne for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Littlehampton
53.3/100
Nairne
61.5/100
Crime rate
Littlehampton
9.1 / 1k
Nairne
11.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Littlehampton
48
Nairne
72
Population
Littlehampton
3,300
Nairne
5,327
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Littlehampton | Nairne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.3/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 9.1 / 1k | 11.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 22 |
| Walkability | 53.5/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 72 |
| Planning activity | 68 | 59 |
| Population | 3,300 | 5,327 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Put side by side, Littlehampton is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Nairne is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Littlehampton pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Nairne is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
Households prioritising schools may find Littlehampton the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Nairne.