Overall score
Brighton-Le-Sands
54.4/100
Wolli Creek
60.1/100
Brighton-Le-Sands for investment; Wolli Creek for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Brighton-Le-Sands
54.4/100
Wolli Creek
60.1/100
Crime rate
Brighton-Le-Sands
53.8 / 1k
Wolli Creek
55.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brighton-Le-Sands
136
Wolli Creek
167
Population
Brighton-Le-Sands
8,336
Wolli Creek
10,654
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Brighton-Le-Sands | Wolli Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.4/100 | 60.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.9/100 | 16.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.8 / 1k | 55.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 77 | 16 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 136 | 167 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 3 |
| Population | 8,336 | 10,654 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Brighton-Le-Sands is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Wolli Creek is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Brighton-Le-Sands sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wolli Creek is closer to the city centre.
On the data, Brighton-Le-Sands is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Wolli Creek answers with housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Choose Brighton-Le-Sands if you are weighing investors and households prioritising schools; lean toward Wolli Creek for retirees and families.