Scone vs Wingen, NSW suburb comparison

Scone for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

SconeWingen

Overall score

Scone

61.3/100

Wingen

26.9/100

Crime rate

Scone

64.8 / 1k

Wingen

65.6 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Scone

126

Wingen

0

Population

Scone

5,824

Wingen

277

Metric leadScone 8Wingen 2across 10 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.

CategorySconeWingen
Overall score61.3/10026.9/100
Housing (desirability)77.7/10064.9/100
Crime rate64.8 / 1k65.6 / 1k
Schools & preschools4
Parks & reserves71
Public transport stops23716
Walkability100.0/10024.0/100
Nearby amenities1260
Planning activity5313
Population5,824277
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)3/105/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Scone is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Wingen is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace. Scone sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Wingen is further into the wider countryside.

Scone tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Wingen stands out for a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Scone generally means more approachable housing costs, while Wingen leans toward more mid-market housing value.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Scone, while Wingen remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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