Overall score
Como
58.2/100
Sutherland
62.5/100
Como for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Como
58.2/100
Sutherland
62.5/100
Crime rate
Como
31.5 / 1k
Sutherland
70.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Como
204
Sutherland
335
Population
Como
4,053
Sutherland
11,570
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Como | Sutherland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.2/100 | 62.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 20.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.5 / 1k | 70.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 65 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 204 | 335 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 15 |
| Population | 4,053 | 11,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Put side by side, Como is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Sutherland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Como is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Sutherland answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Como, while Sutherland remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.