The Heads
Suburb · 361 residents
62Good
Good · better than 6 in 10 suburbs
Check Local Score out of 100 · 60 is typical for the country
Each arc is a topic, coloured by its score
What’s good
- Affordability scores 82, well above the typical 60
- 1 GP practice within a short walk
- Less recorded crime than is typical: 28 per 1,000 people a year against 100
Check before you view
- Flood risk: 59% of the area is in the highest flood zone, so check the street
- Radon: part of the area is in an affected zone, and a home test is cheap
- Transport scores 31, below the typical 60
The essentials
Everyday life
The area
Around The Heads
Map outline: Approximate — no official boundary exists for this neighbourhood
Is The Heads a good place to live?
The Heads scores 62/100 overall, which the scorecard rates as good — 60 is typical for the country.
It stands out for affordability (82) and health (82).
It scores lowest on transport (31).
Scores come from official data on safety, schools, transport, prices, health, food & drink and the local environment, for The Heads in North West, each measured against the national average.
Summary of The Heads
The summary for The Heads is written when the report is first opened.
Data last updated: 19 October 2026