Overall score
Atwell
64.2/100
Hammond Park
53.7/100
Atwell for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Atwell
64.2/100
Hammond Park
53.7/100
Crime rate
Atwell
1170.8 / 1k
Hammond Park
1477.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Atwell
96
Hammond Park
71
Population
Atwell
9,287
Hammond Park
6,985
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Atwell | Hammond Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.2/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 1170.8 / 1k | 1477.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 22 |
| Walkability | 72.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 96 | 71 |
| Population | 9,287 | 6,985 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Atwell reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Hammond Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Atwell pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Hammond Park is the better pick for schools and education options and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Atwell, while Hammond Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.