Overall score
Ashbury
50.8/100
Clemton Park
37.7/100
Ashbury vs Clemton Park, NSW suburb comparison
Ashbury for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshburyClemton Park
Crime rate
Ashbury
32.5 / 1k
Clemton Park
23.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashbury
112
Clemton Park
9
Population
Ashbury
3,353
Clemton Park
1,676
Metric leadAshbury 9Clemton Park 2across 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 | Ashbury | Clemton Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.8/100 | 37.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.3/100 | 43.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.5 / 1k | 23.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 2 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 112 | 9 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 25 |
| Population | 3,353 | 1,676 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashbury is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Clemton Park is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city. Ashbury sits closer to the city centre, whereas Clemton Park is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Ashbury is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Clemton Park answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Ashbury, while Clemton Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.