Overall score
Shalvey
44.0/100
Tregear
44.2/100
Shalvey vs Tregear, NSW suburb comparison
Shalvey for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ShalveyTregear
Crime rate
Shalvey
194.4 / 1k
Tregear
194.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Shalvey
42
Tregear
68
Population
Shalvey
3,455
Tregear
3,700
Metric leadShalvey 1Tregear 82 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 | Shalvey | Tregear |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.0/100 | 44.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.6/100 | 32.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.4 / 1k | 194.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 68 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 42 | 68 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 1 |
| Population | 3,455 | 3,700 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Shalvey is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Tregear is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Shalvey pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Tregear is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Shalvey, while Tregear remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.