Sheffield vs Wilmot, TAS suburb comparison

Sheffield for retirees and investment.

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

Head to head

Visual comparison

SheffieldWilmot

Overall score

Sheffield

44.8/100

Wilmot

23.1/100

Crime rate

Sheffield

1450.9 / 1k

Wilmot

8092.4 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Sheffield

70

Wilmot

4

Population

Sheffield

1,602

Wilmot

287

Metric leadSheffield 6Wilmot 02 tiedacross 8 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.

CategorySheffieldWilmot
Overall score44.8/10023.1/100
Housing (desirability)64.3/10023.4/100
Crime rate1450.9 / 1k8092.4 / 1k
Schools & preschools11
Parks & reserves4
Public transport stops1
Walkability57.5/1000.0/100
Nearby amenities704
Population1,602287
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)1/101/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Sheffield is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Wilmot is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.

On the data, Sheffield is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Wilmot answers with a country-town feel and relatively affordable housing.

On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Sheffield, while Wilmot remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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