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Willoughby vs Willoughby East

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.0 km apart, on the same open data. Willoughby scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

WilloughbyWilloughby East
Active7486
Safety93100
Wealth8299
Value9193
Parks2438
Cafés7213
Transit6492
Green space392
Active & healthy7055
Schools nearby (OSM)5814
Median rent$583/wk $873/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$3,600,000$3,600,000
House sales this quarter3333
Population7,1241,864
Full profile 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 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, Willoughby or Willoughby East?

Willoughby and Willoughby East have the same median house price.

Should I live in Willoughby or Willoughby East?

Willoughby scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Willoughby or Willoughby East.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →