Overall score
Cameron Park
59.2/100
Fletcher
51.9/100
Cameron Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Cameron Park
59.2/100
Fletcher
51.9/100
Crime rate
Cameron Park
64.6 / 1k
Fletcher
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cameron Park
80
Fletcher
81
Population
Cameron Park
9,977
Fletcher
8,014
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 | Cameron Park | Fletcher |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 51.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.6/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 104 | 58 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 80 | 81 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 15 |
| Population | 9,977 | 8,014 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Cameron Park is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Fletcher is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Cameron Park pulls ahead on housing affordability and public transport access, whereas Fletcher is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cameron Park, while Fletcher remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.