Overall score
Nymboida
24.4/100
Rushforth
33.2/100
Nymboida vs Rushforth, NSW Suburb Comparison
Nymboida for families; Rushforth for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NymboidaRushforth
Crime rate
Nymboida
112.7 / 1k
Rushforth
112.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nymboida
3
Rushforth
0
Population
Nymboida
268
Rushforth
285
Metric leadNymboida 3Rushforth 62 tiedacross 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 | Nymboida | Rushforth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 24.4/100 | 33.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 58.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 112.7 / 1k | 112.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 14 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 1 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 268 | 285 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Nymboida is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Rushforth is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Nymboida sits further into the wider countryside, whereas Rushforth is more regionally self-contained.
Nymboida tends to lead on public transport access, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Rushforth stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability. On housing, Nymboida sits in a affordable band, compared with a gently premium feel in Rushforth.
Nymboida suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Rushforth is the stronger match for retirees, families, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.