Overall score
Smithtown
31.1/100
Stuarts Point
39.0/100
Smithtown for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Smithtown
31.1/100
Stuarts Point
39.0/100
Crime rate
Smithtown
165.0 / 1k
Stuarts Point
75.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Smithtown
72
Stuarts Point
40
Population
Smithtown
625
Stuarts Point
766
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Smithtown | Stuarts Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.1/100 | 39.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.3/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 165.0 / 1k | 75.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 14 | 28 |
| Walkability | 23.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 72 | 40 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 3 |
| Population | 625 | 766 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Smithtown reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Stuarts Point is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Smithtown tends to lead on housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Stuarts Point stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Smithtown the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Stuarts Point.