Overall score
Carey Bay
32.9/100
Rathmines
45.7/100
Carey Bay vs Rathmines, NSW suburb comparison
Carey Bay for retirees; Rathmines for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carey BayRathmines
Crime rate
Carey Bay
80.9 / 1k
Rathmines
80.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carey Bay
6
Rathmines
34
Population
Carey Bay
865
Rathmines
2,076
Metric leadCarey Bay 2Rathmines 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)
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 | Carey Bay | Rathmines |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.9/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.9 / 1k | 80.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 39 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 34 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 11 |
| Population | 865 | 2,076 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Carey Bay is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Rathmines is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Carey Bay pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Rathmines is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access.
Choose Carey Bay if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Rathmines for investors and value-focused buyers.