Overall score
Darlinghurst
52.3/100
Redfern
54.4/100
Darlinghurst vs Redfern, NSW Suburb Comparison
Darlinghurst for retirees and families; Redfern for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DarlinghurstRedfern
Crime rate
Darlinghurst
208.4 / 1k
Redfern
235.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Darlinghurst
614
Redfern
493
Population
Darlinghurst
10,615
Redfern
13,072
Metric leadDarlinghurst 3Redfern 82 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesDarlinghurst
- Best for familiesDarlinghurst
- Best for investmentRedfern
- Best for best schoolsDarlinghurst
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 | Darlinghurst | Redfern |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.3/100 | 54.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.2/100 | 50.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 208.4 / 1k | 235.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 24 | 22 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 55 | 73 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 614 | 493 |
| Planning activity | 83 | 61 |
| Green cover | 1.6% | 6.5% |
| Population | 10,615 | 13,072 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Darlinghurst is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Redfern is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Darlinghurst is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and nearby cafés and amenities; Redfern answers with housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Redfern, while Darlinghurst remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.