Overall score
Tucabia
29.4/100
Woodford Island
41.0/100
Tucabia vs Woodford Island, NSW Suburb Comparison
Tucabia for families; Woodford Island for value and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
TucabiaWoodford Island
Crime rate
Tucabia
69.3 / 1k
Woodford Island
52.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Tucabia
32
Woodford Island
1
Population
Tucabia
354
Woodford Island
306
Metric leadTucabia 4Woodford Island 53 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesTucabia
- Best for best valueWoodford Island
- Best for best schoolsWoodford Island
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 | Tucabia | Woodford Island |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.4/100 | 41.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.5/100 | 56.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 69.3 / 1k | 52.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 59 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 1 |
| Green cover | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Population | 354 | 306 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Tucabia is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Woodford Island is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Tucabia pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities, plus a larger local community, whereas Woodford Island is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. Tucabia generally means more approachable housing costs, while Woodford Island leans toward more sought-after housing.
Tucabia suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Woodford Island is the stronger match for retirees, families, and value-focused buyers.
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.