Overall score
Chisholm
51.0/100
Morpeth
40.2/100
Chisholm vs Morpeth, NSW suburb comparison
Chisholm for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ChisholmMorpeth
Crime rate
Chisholm
77.2 / 1k
Morpeth
46.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chisholm
308
Morpeth
57
Population
Chisholm
4,577
Morpeth
1,686
Metric leadChisholm 7Morpeth 31 tiedacross 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 | Chisholm | Morpeth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.0/100 | 40.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.6/100 | 57.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 77.2 / 1k | 46.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 37 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 308 | 57 |
| Planning activity | 96 | 11 |
| Population | 4,577 | 1,686 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Chisholm reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Morpeth is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
Chisholm pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Morpeth is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Chisholm, while Morpeth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.