Overall score
Dolls Point
35.3/100
Kogarah
59.1/100
Dolls Point vs Kogarah, NSW suburb comparison
Dolls Point for retirees and families; Kogarah for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dolls PointKogarah
Crime rate
Dolls Point
33.5 / 1k
Kogarah
59.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dolls Point
11
Kogarah
259
Population
Dolls Point
1,633
Kogarah
16,416
Metric leadDolls Point 3Kogarah 61 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesDolls Point
- Best for familiesDolls Point
- Best for investmentKogarah
- Best for best valueKogarah
- Best for best schoolsDolls Point
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 | Dolls Point | Kogarah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.3/100 | 59.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.4/100 | 10.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 33.5 / 1k | 59.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 16 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 95 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 259 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 19 |
| Population | 1,633 | 16,416 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Dolls Point reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; Kogarah is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Dolls Point tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Kogarah stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Retirees and families may find Dolls Point the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kogarah.