Overall score
Voyager Point
39.9/100
Wattle Grove
67.1/100
Voyager Point vs Wattle Grove, NSW suburb comparison
Wattle Grove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Voyager PointWattle Grove
Crime rate
Voyager Point
13.0 / 1k
Wattle Grove
12.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Voyager Point
25
Wattle Grove
156
Population
Voyager Point
1,678
Wattle Grove
8,886
Metric leadVoyager Point 3Wattle Grove 8across 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 retireesWattle Grove
- Best for familiesWattle Grove
- Best for investmentWattle Grove
- Best for best schoolsWattle Grove
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 | Voyager Point | Wattle Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.9/100 | 67.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 13.0 / 1k | 12.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 94 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 156 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 3 |
| Population | 1,678 | 8,886 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Voyager Point is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Wattle Grove is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Voyager Point sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Wattle Grove is in a middle-ring position.
Voyager Point pulls ahead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Wattle Grove is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wattle Grove, while Voyager Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.