Overall score
The Junction
48.2/100
Wickham
34.1/100
The Junction vs Wickham, NSW suburb comparison
The Junction for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
The JunctionWickham
Crime rate
The Junction
80.3 / 1k
Wickham
404.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
The Junction
44
Wickham
84
Population
The Junction
994
Wickham
1,637
Metric leadThe Junction 4Wickham 42 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesThe Junction
- Best for familiesThe Junction
- Best for best valueThe Junction
- Best for best schoolsThe Junction
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 | The Junction | Wickham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.2/100 | 34.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 20.5/100 | 6.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.3 / 1k | 404.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 25 | 26 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 44 | 84 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 7 |
| Population | 994 | 1,637 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
The Junction reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Wickham is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
The Junction tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Wickham stands out for public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose The Junction if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Wickham for households prioritising schools.