Overall score
Airds
37.8/100
Campbelltown
59.8/100
Airds vs Campbelltown, NSW suburb comparison
Airds for investment; Campbelltown for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AirdsCampbelltown
Crime rate
Airds
123.6 / 1k
Campbelltown
123.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Airds
39
Campbelltown
777
Population
Airds
3,265
Campbelltown
16,577
Metric leadAirds 2Campbelltown 9across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCampbelltown
- Best for investmentAirds
- Best for best schoolsCampbelltown
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 | Airds | Campbelltown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.8/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.2/100 | 37.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.6 / 1k | 123.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 74 | 328 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 39 | 777 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 36 |
| Population | 3,265 | 16,577 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Airds is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Campbelltown is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Airds sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas Campbelltown is in a middle-ring position.
Airds tends to lead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, while Campbelltown stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Airds suits investors more clearly, whereas Campbelltown is the stronger match for retirees and families.