Overall score
Bangor
59.4/100
Sutherland
62.5/100
Bangor vs Sutherland, NSW suburb comparison
Bangor for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BangorSutherland
Crime rate
Bangor
20.8 / 1k
Sutherland
70.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bangor
48
Sutherland
335
Population
Bangor
5,536
Sutherland
11,570
Metric leadBangor 4Sutherland 7across 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 | Bangor | Sutherland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.4/100 | 62.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.4/100 | 20.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.8 / 1k | 70.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 52 | 65 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 335 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 15 |
| Population | 5,536 | 11,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Bangor reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Sutherland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Bangor pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Sutherland is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Choose Bangor if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Sutherland for households prioritising schools.