Suburb comparison
Corrimal vs Figtree — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Corrimal is $95/wk cheaper per week to rent; Corrimal has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Wollongong
Corrimal
2518
Wollongong
Figtree
2525
Choose Corrimal if...
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
- School options within walking distance matter
- Corrimal leads on 2 of the 4 head-to-head metrics
Choose Figtree if...
- Socio-economic advantage score matters to you
- Figtree leads on 2 of the 4 head-to-head metrics
Common questions
- Is Corrimal or Figtree more expensive?
- Price data varies — check each suburb's page for the latest figures.
- Which is better for renters — Corrimal or Figtree?
- Median weekly rent is $625/wk in Corrimal and $720/wk in Figtree, making Corrimal the more affordable rental market.
- Is Corrimal or Figtree at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Corrimal vs Figtree?
- Corrimal has 5 schools in the postcode, and Figtree has 4. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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