Overall score
Shortland
50.5/100
Tarro
35.1/100
Shortland vs Tarro, NSW suburb comparison
Shortland for retirees and families; Tarro for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ShortlandTarro
Crime rate
Shortland
68.3 / 1k
Tarro
77.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Shortland
161
Tarro
38
Population
Shortland
4,537
Tarro
1,703
Metric leadShortland 9Tarro 2across 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 | Shortland | Tarro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.5/100 | 35.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.3/100 | 74.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.3 / 1k | 77.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 84 | 30 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 161 | 38 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 10 |
| Population | 4,537 | 1,703 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Shortland is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Tarro is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Shortland sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Tarro is further out with more breathing room.
Shortland tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Tarro stands out for a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Shortland, while Tarro remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.