Overall score
Ashcroft
34.3/100
Hinchinbrook
47.5/100
Ashcroft vs Hinchinbrook, NSW suburb comparison
Hinchinbrook for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshcroftHinchinbrook
Crime rate
Ashcroft
72.9 / 1k
Hinchinbrook
72.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashcroft
31
Hinchinbrook
87
Population
Ashcroft
3,634
Hinchinbrook
11,521
Metric leadAshcroft 2Hinchinbrook 81 tiedacross 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 retireesHinchinbrook
- Best for investmentHinchinbrook
- Best for best valueHinchinbrook
- Best for best schoolsHinchinbrook
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 | Ashcroft | Hinchinbrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.3/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 29.6/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.9 / 1k | 72.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 80 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 31 | 87 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 10 |
| Population | 3,634 | 11,521 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Ashcroft is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm, while Hinchinbrook is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Ashcroft sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Hinchinbrook is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Ashcroft is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Hinchinbrook answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hinchinbrook, while Ashcroft remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.