Overall score
Banksmeadow
45.3/100
Eastlakes
53.8/100
Banksmeadow vs Eastlakes, NSW suburb comparison
Banksmeadow for retirees and families; Eastlakes for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BanksmeadowEastlakes
Crime rate
Banksmeadow
27.5 / 1k
Eastlakes
57.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Banksmeadow
133
Eastlakes
68
Population
Banksmeadow
508
Eastlakes
6,347
Metric leadBanksmeadow 4Eastlakes 6across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBanksmeadow
- Best for familiesBanksmeadow
- Best for investmentEastlakes
- Best for best schoolsBanksmeadow
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 | Banksmeadow | Eastlakes |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.3/100 | 53.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 18.9/100 | 15.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.5 / 1k | 57.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 47 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 133 | 68 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 8 |
| Population | 508 | 6,347 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Banksmeadow is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, while Eastlakes is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Banksmeadow pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Eastlakes is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
Banksmeadow suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Eastlakes is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.