Overall score
Shalvey
30.7/100
Tregear
32.2/100
Shalvey vs Tregear, NSW Suburb Comparison
Shalvey for value; Tregear for retirees.
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
43
Tregear
69
Population
Shalvey
3,455
Tregear
3,700
Metric leadShalvey 2Tregear 83 tiedacross 13 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 | 30.7/100 | 32.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.3/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.4 / 1k | 194.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 68 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 43 | 69 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 1 |
| Green cover | 32.3% | 29.6% |
| 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, whereas Tregear is the better pick for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Shalvey, while Tregear remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.