Overall score
Ashmont
47.8/100
Estella
40.4/100
Ashmont vs Estella, NSW suburb comparison
Ashmont for families and value; Estella for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshmontEstella
Crime rate
Ashmont
119.4 / 1k
Estella
119.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashmont
68
Estella
32
Population
Ashmont
3,747
Estella
2,541
Metric leadAshmont 9Estella 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 | Ashmont | Estella |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.8/100 | 40.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 78.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 119.4 / 1k | 119.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 29 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 68 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 13 | 23 |
| Population | 3,747 | 2,541 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Ashmont is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Estella is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Ashmont pulls ahead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, whereas Estella is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Ashmont sits in a affordable band, compared with a well priced feel in Estella.
Value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools may find Ashmont the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Estella.