Overall score
Carnes Hill
63.6/100
Prestons
57.6/100
Carnes Hill vs Prestons, NSW suburb comparison
Carnes Hill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Carnes HillPrestons
Crime rate
Carnes Hill
21.0 / 1k
Prestons
168.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carnes Hill
107
Prestons
167
Population
Carnes Hill
3,332
Prestons
15,694
Metric leadCarnes Hill 7Prestons 4across 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 retireesCarnes Hill
- Best for familiesCarnes Hill
- Best for investmentCarnes Hill
- Best for best valueCarnes Hill
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 | Carnes Hill | Prestons |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.6/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.7/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 21.0 / 1k | 168.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 156 |
| Walkability | 83.5/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 107 | 167 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 21 |
| Population | 3,332 | 15,694 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Carnes Hill is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Prestons is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Carnes Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Prestons stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Choose Carnes Hill if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Prestons for investors and households prioritising schools.