Overall score
Brownlow Hill
37.7/100
Cawdor
42.7/100
Brownlow Hill vs Cawdor, NSW suburb comparison
Cawdor for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Brownlow HillCawdor
Crime rate
Brownlow Hill
22.3 / 1k
Cawdor
21.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brownlow Hill
15
Cawdor
2
Population
Brownlow Hill
384
Cawdor
430
Metric leadBrownlow Hill 1Cawdor 53 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Brownlow Hill | Cawdor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.7/100 | 42.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.2/100 | 59.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.3 / 1k | 21.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 47 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 15 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 2 |
| Population | 384 | 430 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Brownlow Hill is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Cawdor is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
Brownlow Hill tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities, while Cawdor stands out for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Cawdor, while Brownlow Hill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.