Overall score
Cabarita
46.6/100
Rodd Point
44.4/100
Cabarita vs Rodd Point, NSW suburb comparison
Cabarita for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CabaritaRodd Point
Crime rate
Cabarita
29.7 / 1k
Rodd Point
33.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cabarita
48
Rodd Point
26
Population
Cabarita
1,933
Rodd Point
1,380
Metric leadCabarita 6Rodd Point 41 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 investmentCabarita
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 | Cabarita | Rodd Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.7/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.7 / 1k | 33.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 23 |
| Walkability | 31.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 5 |
| Population | 1,933 | 1,380 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cabarita reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Rodd Point is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Cabarita pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Rodd Point is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Cabarita, while Rodd Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.