Overall score
Banksia
53.0/100
Ramsgate
43.2/100
Banksia vs Ramsgate, NSW suburb comparison
Banksia for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BanksiaRamsgate
Crime rate
Banksia
53.8 / 1k
Ramsgate
59.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Banksia
86
Ramsgate
50
Population
Banksia
3,277
Ramsgate
1,151
Metric leadBanksia 7Ramsgate 31 tiedacross 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 | Ramsgate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.0/100 | 43.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.5/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.8 / 1k | 59.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 21 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 86 | 50 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 3 |
| Population | 3,277 | 1,151 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Banksia is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Ramsgate is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Banksia pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Ramsgate is the better pick for parks and reserves and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Banksia if you are weighing value-focused buyers; lean toward Ramsgate for families and households prioritising schools.