Overall score
Annandale
59.0/100
Petersham
63.3/100
Annandale vs Petersham, NSW suburb comparison
Petersham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AnnandalePetersham
Crime rate
Annandale
46.6 / 1k
Petersham
54.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annandale
234
Petersham
242
Population
Annandale
9,487
Petersham
8,200
Metric leadAnnandale 4Petersham 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 | Annandale | Petersham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.0/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.6/100 | 9.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.6 / 1k | 54.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 23 | 30 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 61 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 234 | 242 |
| Planning activity | 91 | 47 |
| Population | 9,487 | 8,200 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Annandale is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Petersham is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Annandale tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Petersham stands out for public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Petersham, while Annandale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.