Overall score
Alexandria
62.9/100
Redfern
69.7/100
Alexandria vs Redfern, NSW suburb comparison
Redfern for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AlexandriaRedfern
Crime rate
Alexandria
88.6 / 1k
Redfern
235.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Alexandria
600
Redfern
465
Population
Alexandria
9,649
Redfern
13,072
Metric leadAlexandria 4Redfern 52 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Alexandria | Redfern |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.9/100 | 69.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 13.5/100 | 10.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 88.6 / 1k | 235.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 22 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 129 | 73 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 600 | 465 |
| Planning activity | 73 | 50 |
| Population | 9,649 | 13,072 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Alexandria is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Redfern is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Alexandria pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Redfern is the better pick for parks and reserves and overall desirability.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Redfern, while Alexandria remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.