Overall score
Beresfield
49.1/100
Minmi
39.3/100
Beresfield vs Minmi, NSW suburb comparison
Beresfield for value; Minmi for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BeresfieldMinmi
Crime rate
Beresfield
77.3 / 1k
Minmi
59.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Beresfield
151
Minmi
48
Population
Beresfield
3,267
Minmi
700
Metric leadBeresfield 7Minmi 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 retireesMinmi
- Best for best valueBeresfield
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 | Beresfield | Minmi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.1/100 | 39.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.6/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.3 / 1k | 59.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 69 | 24 |
| Walkability | 40.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 151 | 48 |
| Planning activity | 23 | 16 |
| Population | 3,267 | 700 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Beresfield is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Minmi is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Beresfield tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Minmi stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. Beresfield generally means more approachable housing costs, while Minmi leans toward more sought-after housing.
Value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools may find Beresfield the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Minmi.