Overall score
Tomago
41.1/100
Williamtown
56.1/100
Tomago vs Williamtown, NSW Suburb Comparison
Tomago for investment; Williamtown for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
TomagoWilliamtown
Crime rate
Tomago
77.7 / 1k
Williamtown
39.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tomago
5
Williamtown
51
Population
Tomago
269
Williamtown
762
Metric leadTomago 1Williamtown 91 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesWilliamtown
- Best for investmentTomago
- Best for best schoolsWilliamtown
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 | Tomago | Williamtown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.1/100 | 56.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 84.3/100 | 66.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.7 / 1k | 39.1 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 48 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 51 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 11 |
| Green cover | 26.9% | 43.8% |
| Population | 269 | 762 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Tomago is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, while Williamtown is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Tomago sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Williamtown is more regionally self-contained.
Tomago tends to lead on housing affordability, while Williamtown stands out for a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, retirees, families, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Williamtown, while Tomago remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.