Overall score
Bargo
48.9/100
Pheasants Nest
51.0/100
Bargo vs Pheasants Nest, NSW Suburb Comparison
Bargo for retirees and families; Pheasants Nest for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BargoPheasants Nest
Crime rate
Bargo
43.9 / 1k
Pheasants Nest
44.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bargo
45
Pheasants Nest
43
Population
Bargo
4,516
Pheasants Nest
716
Metric leadBargo 7Pheasants Nest 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 retireesBargo
- Best for familiesBargo
- Best for investmentBargo
- Best for best valueBargo
- Best for best schoolsPheasants Nest
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 | Bargo | Pheasants Nest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.9/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.0/100 | 35.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.9 / 1k | 44.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 308 | 84 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 43 | 11 |
| Green cover | 26.9% | 11.5% |
| Population | 4,516 | 716 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Bargo is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Pheasants Nest is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Bargo is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access; Pheasants Nest answers with a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Bargo suits investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Pheasants Nest is the stronger match for retirees.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.