Overall score
Colyton
61.8/100
Erskine Park
62.2/100
Colyton vs Erskine Park, NSW suburb comparison
Colyton for schools; Erskine Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ColytonErskine Park
Crime rate
Colyton
123.6 / 1k
Erskine Park
29.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Colyton
135
Erskine Park
147
Population
Colyton
8,770
Erskine Park
6,486
Metric leadColyton 6Erskine Park 5across 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 retireesErskine Park
- Best for familiesErskine Park
- Best for best schoolsColyton
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 | Colyton | Erskine Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 62.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.3/100 | 52.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.6 / 1k | 29.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 98 | 88 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 147 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 10 |
| Population | 8,770 | 6,486 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Colyton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Erskine Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Colyton is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Erskine Park answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Colyton sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Erskine Park.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Erskine Park, while Colyton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.