Overall score
Canada Bay
35.4/100
Rodd Point
44.4/100
Canada Bay vs Rodd Point, NSW suburb comparison
Rodd Point for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Canada BayRodd Point
Crime rate
Canada Bay
34.3 / 1k
Rodd Point
33.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Canada Bay
6
Rodd Point
26
Population
Canada Bay
1,308
Rodd Point
1,380
Metric leadCanada Bay 2Rodd Point 71 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentRodd Point
- Best for best valueRodd Point
- Best for best schoolsRodd Point
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 | Canada Bay | Rodd Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.4/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 20.3/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.3 / 1k | 33.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 23 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 26 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 5 |
| Population | 1,308 | 1,380 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Canada Bay is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Rodd Point is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Canada Bay pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Rodd Point is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Canada Bay if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Rodd Point for investors and value-focused buyers.