Overall score
Camperdown
63.5/100
Pyrmont
65.2/100
Camperdown vs Pyrmont, NSW suburb comparison
Camperdown for schools; Pyrmont for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CamperdownPyrmont
Crime rate
Camperdown
118.0 / 1k
Pyrmont
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Camperdown
520
Pyrmont
625
Population
Camperdown
9,381
Pyrmont
12,658
Metric leadCamperdown 4Pyrmont 61 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 investmentPyrmont
- Best for best schoolsCamperdown
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 | Camperdown | Pyrmont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.5/100 | 65.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.5/100 | 6.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 118.0 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 31 | 23 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 50 | 47 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 520 | 625 |
| Planning activity | 33 | 21 |
| Population | 9,381 | 12,658 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Camperdown is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Pyrmont is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Camperdown tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Pyrmont stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Pyrmont, while Camperdown remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.