Overall score
North Ward
57.1/100
South Townsville
41.6/100
North Ward vs South Townsville, QLD suburb comparison
North Ward for retirees and beach lifestyle; South Townsville for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
North WardSouth Townsville
Crime rate
North Ward
190.3 / 1k
South Townsville
190.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
North Ward
729
South Townsville
165
Population
North Ward
5,073
South Townsville
2,424
Metric leadNorth Ward 7South Townsville 2across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorth Ward
- Best for beach lifestyleNorth Ward
- Best for best valueNorth Ward
- Best for best schoolsSouth Townsville
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 Ward | South Townsville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.1/100 | 41.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.3/100 | 42.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 190.3 / 1k | 190.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 6 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 29.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 729 | 165 |
| Planning activity | — | 1 |
| Population | 5,073 | 2,424 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
North Ward reads as a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone; South Townsville is a beachside smaller community where the coast sets the tone.
North Ward tends to lead on schools and education options and parks and reserves, while South Townsville stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer North Ward, while South Townsville remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.