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North Willoughby vs Willoughby East

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 0.6 km apart, on the same open data. North Willoughby scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

North WilloughbyWilloughby East
Active7086
Safety69100
Wealth6599
Value4893
Parks2438
Cafés6813
Transit8692
Green space42
Active & healthy4855
Schools nearby (OSM)7814
Median rent$590/wk $873/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$3,600,000$3,600,000
House sales this quarter3333
Population4,1611,864
Full profile North Willoughby in full Willoughby East in full

Scores are percentiles across all 422 Sydney suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is North Willoughby safer than Willoughby East?

Willoughby East scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, North Willoughby or Willoughby East?

North Willoughby and Willoughby East have the same median house price.

Should I live in North Willoughby or Willoughby East?

North Willoughby scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for North Willoughby or Willoughby East.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →