Overall score
Mallabula
29.3/100
Tanilba Bay
46.1/100
Mallabula vs Tanilba Bay, NSW suburb comparison
Tanilba Bay for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MallabulaTanilba Bay
Crime rate
Mallabula
58.0 / 1k
Tanilba Bay
58.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mallabula
33
Tanilba Bay
21
Population
Mallabula
963
Tanilba Bay
3,237
Metric leadMallabula 2Tanilba Bay 63 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentTanilba Bay
- Best for best valueTanilba Bay
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 | Mallabula | Tanilba Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.3/100 | 46.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.6/100 | 77.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.0 / 1k | 58.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 57 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 33 | 21 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 13 |
| Population | 963 | 3,237 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Mallabula is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Tanilba Bay is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Mallabula pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Tanilba Bay is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Tanilba Bay, while Mallabula remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.