Overall score
Banksia
53.0/100
Monterey
47.5/100
Banksia vs Monterey, NSW suburb comparison
Banksia for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BanksiaMonterey
Crime rate
Banksia
53.8 / 1k
Monterey
59.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Banksia
86
Monterey
77
Population
Banksia
3,277
Monterey
4,619
Metric leadBanksia 6Monterey 5across 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 best valueBanksia
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 | Banksia | Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.0/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.5/100 | 21.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.8 / 1k | 59.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 53 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 86 | 77 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 4 |
| Population | 3,277 | 4,619 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Banksia is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Monterey is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Banksia pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Monterey is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Value-focused buyers may find Banksia the better fit, while families are more likely to prefer Monterey.