Overall score
Noonamah
26.3/100
Tumbling Waters
8.7/100
Noonamah vs Tumbling Waters, NT suburb comparison
Noonamah for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NoonamahTumbling Waters
Nearby amenities
Noonamah
3
Tumbling Waters
0
Population
Noonamah
328
Tumbling Waters
254
Metric leadNoonamah 6Tumbling Waters 0across 6 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 | Noonamah | Tumbling Waters |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 26.3/100 | 8.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 6.6/100 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | — |
| Walkability | 13.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 0 |
| Population | 328 | 254 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Noonamah is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Tumbling Waters is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible.
Noonamah tends to lead on housing affordability and walkability, while Tumbling Waters stands out for relatively affordable housing. Noonamah generally means more mid-market housing value, while Tumbling Waters leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Noonamah, while Tumbling Waters remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.