Overall score
Chester Hill
64.7/100
Yagoona
63.3/100
Chester Hill vs Yagoona, NSW suburb comparison
Yagoona for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Chester HillYagoona
Crime rate
Chester Hill
57.8 / 1k
Yagoona
44.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chester Hill
233
Yagoona
152
Population
Chester Hill
14,007
Yagoona
19,651
Metric leadChester Hill 4Yagoona 7across 11 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 | Chester Hill | Yagoona |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.7/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.4/100 | 35.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 57.8 / 1k | 44.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 182 | 191 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 80.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 233 | 152 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 10 |
| Population | 14,007 | 19,651 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Chester Hill is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Yagoona is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Chester Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Yagoona stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Yagoona, while Chester Hill remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.