Overall score
Smithton
49.2/100
Wynyard
49.4/100
Smithton vs Wynyard, TAS suburb comparison
Wynyard for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SmithtonWynyard
Crime rate
Smithton
566.3 / 1k
Wynyard
330.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Smithton
45
Wynyard
2
Population
Smithton
3,934
Wynyard
6,296
Metric leadSmithton 3Wynyard 7across 10 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Smithton is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Wynyard is a more rural mid-sized suburb that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Smithton is stronger for schools and education options and parks and reserves; Wynyard answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wynyard, while Smithton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.