Overall score
Cabramatta
58.0/100
Carramar
40.7/100
Cabramatta vs Carramar, NSW suburb comparison
Cabramatta for retirees and families; Carramar for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CabramattaCarramar
Crime rate
Cabramatta
86.3 / 1k
Carramar
116.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cabramatta
377
Carramar
53
Population
Cabramatta
21,142
Carramar
3,475
Metric leadCabramatta 7Carramar 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 retireesCabramatta
- Best for familiesCabramatta
- Best for best valueCabramatta
- Best for best schoolsCarramar
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 | Cabramatta | Carramar |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.0/100 | 40.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.6/100 | 26.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 86.3 / 1k | 116.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 140 | 50 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 377 | 53 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 10 |
| Population | 21,142 | 3,475 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Cabramatta is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Carramar is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Cabramatta tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Carramar stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cabramatta, while Carramar remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.