Overall score
Tiwi
49.7/100
Wagaman
39.2/100
Tiwi vs Wagaman, NT Suburb Comparison
Tiwi for retirees and investment; Wagaman for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
TiwiWagaman
Nearby amenities
Tiwi
666
Wagaman
182
Population
Tiwi
2,511
Wagaman
2,023
Metric leadTiwi 8Wagaman 21 tiedacross 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 | Tiwi | Wagaman |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.7/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 31.4/100 | 34.5/100 |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 15 |
| Weather (desirability) | 9.6/100 | 9.6/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 8 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 14.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 666 | 182 |
| Green cover | 35.1% | 4.1% |
| Population | 2,511 | 2,023 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Tiwi is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Wagaman is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Tiwi pulls ahead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Wagaman is the better pick for housing affordability, plus schools and education options. On housing, Tiwi sits in a gently premium band, compared with a well priced feel in Wagaman.
Tiwi suits retirees more clearly, whereas Wagaman is the stronger match for investors 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.