Overall score
Colyton
61.8/100
St Marys
61.8/100
Colyton vs St Marys, NSW suburb comparison
Colyton for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ColytonSt Marys
Crime rate
Colyton
123.6 / 1k
St Marys
123.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Colyton
135
St Marys
507
Population
Colyton
8,770
St Marys
13,256
Metric leadColyton 3St Marys 53 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 | Colyton | St Marys |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.8/100 | 61.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.3/100 | 32.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.6 / 1k | 123.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 98 | 176 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 507 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 40 |
| Population | 8,770 | 13,256 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Colyton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while St Marys is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Colyton is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; St Marys answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Colyton, while St Marys remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.