Overall score
Nelsons Plains
29.7/100
Seaham
38.9/100
Nelsons Plains vs Seaham, NSW suburb comparison
Seaham for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Nelsons PlainsSeaham
Crime rate
Nelsons Plains
107.2 / 1k
Seaham
105.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nelsons Plains
2
Seaham
0
Population
Nelsons Plains
326
Seaham
1,011
Metric leadNelsons Plains 3Seaham 6across 9 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 | Nelsons Plains | Seaham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.7/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.3/100 | 82.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 107.2 / 1k | 105.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 25 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 8 |
| Population | 326 | 1,011 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Nelsons Plains is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Seaham is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Nelsons Plains tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities, while Seaham stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Seaham, while Nelsons Plains remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.