Overall score
Minmi
39.3/100
Wallsend
65.4/100
Wallsend for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Minmi
39.3/100
Wallsend
65.4/100
Crime rate
Minmi
59.3 / 1k
Wallsend
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Minmi
48
Wallsend
293
Population
Minmi
700
Wallsend
13,244
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 | Minmi | Wallsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.3/100 | 65.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.7/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.3 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 202 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 293 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 46 |
| Population | 700 | 13,244 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Minmi is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Wallsend is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Minmi pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Wallsend is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. On housing, Minmi sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Wallsend.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wallsend, while Minmi remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.