Overall score
Darlington
46.0/100
Pyrmont
65.2/100
Darlington vs Pyrmont, NSW suburb comparison
Pyrmont for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DarlingtonPyrmont
Crime rate
Darlington
73.8 / 1k
Pyrmont
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Darlington
214
Pyrmont
625
Population
Darlington
2,597
Pyrmont
12,658
Metric leadDarlington 3Pyrmont 71 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 | Darlington | Pyrmont |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.0/100 | 65.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 2.7/100 | 6.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 73.8 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 28 | 23 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 7 | 47 |
| Walkability | 65.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 214 | 625 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 21 |
| Population | 2,597 | 12,658 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Darlington is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Pyrmont is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Darlington tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Pyrmont stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Pyrmont, while Darlington remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.