Overall score
Shortland
37.9/100
Warabrook
46.9/100
Shortland vs Warabrook, NSW Suburb Comparison
Warabrook for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ShortlandWarabrook
Crime rate
Shortland
68.3 / 1k
Warabrook
109.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Shortland
164
Warabrook
47
Population
Shortland
4,537
Warabrook
1,982
Metric leadShortland 5Warabrook 61 tiedacross 12 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 | Warabrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.9/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.7/100 | 63.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.3 / 1k | 109.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | — |
| Public transport stops | 84 | 35 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 164 | 47 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 3 |
| Green cover | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| Population | 4,537 | 1,982 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Shortland is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Warabrook is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Shortland tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access, while Warabrook stands out for schools and education options, walkability, and a calmer planning outlook.
Shortland suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Warabrook is the stronger match for retirees, families, and households prioritising schools.
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.