Overall score
Cartwright
31.2/100
Hoxton Park
51.5/100
Cartwright vs Hoxton Park, NSW suburb comparison
Hoxton Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CartwrightHoxton Park
Crime rate
Cartwright
72.8 / 1k
Hoxton Park
20.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cartwright
26
Hoxton Park
69
Population
Cartwright
2,616
Hoxton Park
4,572
Metric leadCartwright 2Hoxton Park 81 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 retireesHoxton Park
- Best for familiesHoxton Park
- Best for investmentHoxton Park
- Best for best valueHoxton Park
- Best for best schoolsHoxton Park
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 | Cartwright | Hoxton Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.2/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.3/100 | 56.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.8 / 1k | 20.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 37 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 69 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 3 |
| Population | 2,616 | 4,572 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cartwright is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Hoxton Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Cartwright sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Hoxton Park is in a middle-ring position.
Cartwright tends to lead on parks and reserves and a calmer planning outlook, while Hoxton Park stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Cartwright generally means more approachable housing costs, while Hoxton Park leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hoxton Park, while Cartwright remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.