Overall score
Ashfield
68.7/100
Dulwich Hill
67.0/100
Ashfield vs Dulwich Hill, NSW suburb comparison
Dulwich Hill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshfieldDulwich Hill
Crime rate
Ashfield
51.8 / 1k
Dulwich Hill
34.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashfield
654
Dulwich Hill
217
Population
Ashfield
23,012
Dulwich Hill
14,046
Metric leadAshfield 7Dulwich Hill 4across 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 retireesDulwich Hill
- Best for familiesDulwich Hill
- Best for investmentDulwich Hill
- Best for best schoolsDulwich Hill
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 | Ashfield | Dulwich Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.7/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.9/100 | 11.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 34.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 18 | 27 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 189 | 72 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 654 | 217 |
| Planning activity | 46 | 40 |
| Population | 23,012 | 14,046 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashfield is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Dulwich Hill is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Ashfield pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Dulwich Hill is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Dulwich Hill, while Ashfield remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.