Overall score
Mittagong
50.9/100
Moss Vale
60.2/100
Mittagong vs Moss Vale, NSW suburb comparison
Mittagong for retirees; Moss Vale for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MittagongMoss Vale
Crime rate
Mittagong
36.2 / 1k
Moss Vale
32.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mittagong
6
Moss Vale
95
Population
Mittagong
6,090
Moss Vale
9,310
Metric leadMittagong 3Moss Vale 71 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.
| Category | Mittagong | Moss Vale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.9/100 | 60.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.3/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 36.2 / 1k | 32.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 26 |
| Public transport stops | 226 | 292 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 95 |
| Planning activity | 36 | 39 |
| Population | 6,090 | 9,310 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Mittagong reads as a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe; Moss Vale is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Mittagong tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Moss Vale stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mittagong, while Moss Vale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.