Overall score
Ashfield
68.7/100
Lewisham
53.3/100
Ashfield vs Lewisham, NSW suburb comparison
Ashfield for value; Lewisham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshfieldLewisham
Crime rate
Ashfield
51.8 / 1k
Lewisham
54.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashfield
654
Lewisham
95
Population
Ashfield
23,012
Lewisham
4,060
Metric leadAshfield 6Lewisham 4across 10 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 | Ashfield | Lewisham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.7/100 | 53.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.9/100 | 13.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 54.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 18 | 31 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | — |
| Public transport stops | 189 | 38 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 654 | 95 |
| Planning activity | 46 | 21 |
| Population | 23,012 | 4,060 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Ashfield reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Lewisham is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Ashfield pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas Lewisham is the better pick for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Value-focused buyers may find Ashfield the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Lewisham.