Overall score
Campsie
62.8/100
Lakemba
59.2/100
Campsie vs Lakemba, NSW suburb comparison
Campsie for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CampsieLakemba
Crime rate
Campsie
57.7 / 1k
Lakemba
42.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Campsie
267
Lakemba
212
Population
Campsie
26,132
Lakemba
17,092
Metric leadCampsie 5Lakemba 51 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Campsie | Lakemba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.8/100 | 59.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.7/100 | 17.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.7 / 1k | 42.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 16 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 112 | 130 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 267 | 212 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 27 |
| Population | 26,132 | 17,092 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Campsie is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Lakemba is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Campsie tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and overall desirability, while Lakemba stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Campsie sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Lakemba.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Campsie, while Lakemba remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.