Newcastle vs Wollongong, NSW suburb comparison
Which suburb suits you better?
Side-by-side comparison of 16 categories from official government and open data.
| Category | Newcastle | Wollongong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.9/100 | 71.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 22.8/100 | 42.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 248.7 / 1k | 169.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 192 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 673 | 657 |
| Planning activity | 278 | 657 |
| Population | 3,852 | 20,446 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Quick verdicts
- Best for retireesNewcastle
- Best for familiesWollongong
- Best for beach lifestyleWollongong
- Best for investmentWollongong
- Best for best valueWollongong
- Best for best schoolsWollongong