Overall score
Carrington
43.4/100
Hamilton North
37.1/100
Carrington vs Hamilton North, NSW suburb comparison
Carrington for value; Hamilton North for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CarringtonHamilton North
Crime rate
Carrington
149.0 / 1k
Hamilton North
306.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Carrington
79
Hamilton North
30
Population
Carrington
2,061
Hamilton North
934
Metric leadCarrington 9Hamilton North 11 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 familiesHamilton North
- Best for investmentHamilton North
- Best for best valueCarrington
- Best for best schoolsHamilton North
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 | Carrington | Hamilton North |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.4/100 | 37.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.7/100 | 31.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 149.0 / 1k | 306.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 16 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 19 |
| Walkability | 48.0/100 | 30.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 79 | 30 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 9 |
| Population | 2,061 | 934 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Carrington reads as a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by; Hamilton North is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city. Carrington sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Hamilton North is further out with more breathing room.
Carrington pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Hamilton North is the better pick for a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Carrington if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Hamilton North for investors.
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