Overall score
Secret Harbour
61.3/100
Singleton
44.1/100
Secret Harbour for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Secret Harbour
61.3/100
Singleton
44.1/100
Crime rate
Secret Harbour
1072.2 / 1k
Singleton
3338.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Secret Harbour
125
Singleton
55
Population
Secret Harbour
12,474
Singleton
4,021
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Secret Harbour | Singleton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.3/100 | 44.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 89.2/100 | 62.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 1072.2 / 1k | 3338.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 11 |
| Walkability | 46.0/100 | 24.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 125 | 55 |
| Population | 12,474 | 4,021 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Secret Harbour reads as a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Singleton is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Secret Harbour tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Singleton stands out for easy access to the coast and improving crime trends.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Secret Harbour, while Singleton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.