Overall score
Bardwell Park
58.5/100
Wolli Creek
60.1/100
Bardwell Park vs Wolli Creek, NSW suburb comparison
Bardwell Park for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bardwell ParkWolli Creek
Crime rate
Bardwell Park
26.3 / 1k
Wolli Creek
55.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bardwell Park
50
Wolli Creek
167
Population
Bardwell Park
2,320
Wolli Creek
10,654
Metric leadBardwell Park 4Wolli Creek 52 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 retireesBardwell Park
- Best for investmentBardwell Park
- Best for best valueBardwell Park
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 | Bardwell Park | Wolli Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.5/100 | 60.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.8/100 | 16.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.3 / 1k | 55.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 16 |
| Walkability | 51.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 50 | 167 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 3 |
| Population | 2,320 | 10,654 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bardwell Park is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Wolli Creek is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Bardwell Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wolli Creek is closer to the city centre.
Bardwell Park tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Wolli Creek stands out for parks and reserves and walkability.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Bardwell Park, while Wolli Creek remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.