Overall score
North Boambee Valley
36.8/100
Toormina
63.9/100
North Boambee Valley vs Toormina, NSW suburb comparison
Toormina for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
North Boambee ValleyToormina
Crime rate
North Boambee Valley
127.4 / 1k
Toormina
75.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Boambee Valley
31
Toormina
98
Population
North Boambee Valley
2,318
Toormina
6,171
Metric leadNorth Boambee Valley 2Toormina 9across 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 | North Boambee Valley | Toormina |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.8/100 | 63.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.0/100 | 81.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 127.4 / 1k | 75.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 87 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 31 | 98 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 26 |
| Population | 2,318 | 6,171 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, North Boambee Valley is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Toormina is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
North Boambee Valley pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Toormina is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. North Boambee Valley generally means more sought-after housing, while Toormina leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Toormina, while North Boambee Valley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.