Mullaway vs Red Rock, NSW suburb comparison

Mullaway for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

MullawayRed Rock

Overall score

Mullaway

29.5/100

Red Rock

21.5/100

Crime rate

Mullaway

64.7 / 1k

Red Rock

65.0 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Mullaway

15

Red Rock

0

Population

Mullaway

607

Red Rock

412

Metric leadMullaway 7Red Rock 2across 9 compared metrics

Livability profile

Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs

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.

CategoryMullawayRed Rock
Overall score29.5/10021.5/100
Housing (desirability)52.2/10031.4/100
Crime rate64.7 / 1k65.0 / 1k
Schools & preschools1
Parks & reserves1
Public transport stops1030
Walkability15.0/10030.0/100
Nearby amenities150
Planning activity25
Population607412
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)6/103/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Mullaway is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone, and Red Rock is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Mullaway leans into coastal living, while Red Rock feels more inland and suburban in character.

Mullaway tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Red Rock stands out for public transport access and walkability. On housing, Mullaway sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Red Rock.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mullaway, while Red Rock remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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