Overall score
Agnes Banks
41.7/100
Castlereagh
39.9/100
Agnes Banks vs Castlereagh, NSW suburb comparison
Agnes Banks for retirees and investment; Castlereagh for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Agnes BanksCastlereagh
Crime rate
Agnes Banks
51.6 / 1k
Castlereagh
52.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Agnes Banks
19
Castlereagh
15
Population
Agnes Banks
996
Castlereagh
1,248
Metric leadAgnes Banks 6Castlereagh 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAgnes Banks
- Best for investmentAgnes Banks
- Best for best valueAgnes Banks
- Best for best schoolsCastlereagh
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 | Agnes Banks | Castlereagh |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.7/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.3/100 | 40.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.6 / 1k | 52.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 25 |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 19 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 12 |
| Population | 996 | 1,248 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Agnes Banks is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Castlereagh is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
Agnes Banks tends to lead on housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Castlereagh stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Agnes Banks suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Castlereagh is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.