Overall score
Cabramatta West
45.3/100
Fairfield West
53.6/100
Cabramatta West vs Fairfield West, NSW suburb comparison
Cabramatta West for schools; Fairfield West for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Cabramatta WestFairfield West
Crime rate
Cabramatta West
86.3 / 1k
Fairfield West
66.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cabramatta West
56
Fairfield West
113
Population
Cabramatta West
7,822
Fairfield West
12,981
Metric leadCabramatta West 2Fairfield West 81 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 best valueFairfield West
- Best for best schoolsCabramatta West
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 West | Fairfield West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.3/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.9/100 | 48.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 86.3 / 1k | 66.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 63 | 107 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 56 | 113 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 8 |
| Population | 7,822 | 12,981 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cabramatta West is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Fairfield West is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Cabramatta West pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Fairfield West is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Fairfield West, while Cabramatta West remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.