Overall score
Camden Park
47.7/100
Netley
44.0/100
Camden Park for retirees and families; Netley for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Camden Park
47.7/100
Netley
44.0/100
Crime rate
Camden Park
48.3 / 1k
Netley
26.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Camden Park
71
Netley
68
Population
Camden Park
3,338
Netley
1,910
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 | Camden Park | Netley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.7/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.9/100 | 49.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.3 / 1k | 26.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 11 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 68 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 23 |
| Population | 3,338 | 1,910 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Camden Park is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Netley is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Camden Park tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Netley stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Camden Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Netley is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.