Overall score
Chippendale
58.2/100
Darlinghurst
60.7/100
Chippendale vs Darlinghurst, NSW suburb comparison
Chippendale for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChippendaleDarlinghurst
Crime rate
Chippendale
73.8 / 1k
Darlinghurst
208.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chippendale
533
Darlinghurst
590
Population
Chippendale
7,803
Darlinghurst
10,615
Metric leadChippendale 4Darlinghurst 61 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 familiesChippendale
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 | Chippendale | Darlinghurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.2/100 | 60.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 4.4/100 | 4.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 73.8 / 1k | 208.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 29 | 24 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 55 |
| Walkability | 88.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 533 | 590 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 67 |
| Population | 7,803 | 10,615 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Chippendale is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Darlinghurst is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Chippendale is stronger for a quieter safety profile and walkability; Darlinghurst answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Darlinghurst, while Chippendale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.