Overall score
Dulwich Hill
67.0/100
Marrickville
68.6/100
Dulwich Hill vs Marrickville, NSW suburb comparison
Dulwich Hill for retirees and families; Marrickville for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Dulwich HillMarrickville
Crime rate
Dulwich Hill
34.9 / 1k
Marrickville
87.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dulwich Hill
217
Marrickville
653
Population
Dulwich Hill
14,046
Marrickville
26,570
Metric leadDulwich Hill 3Marrickville 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)
- Best for retireesDulwich Hill
- Best for familiesDulwich Hill
- Best for investmentMarrickville
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 | Dulwich Hill | Marrickville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.0/100 | 68.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.5/100 | 15.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 34.9 / 1k | 87.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 27 | 21 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 21 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 154 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 217 | 653 |
| Planning activity | 40 | 91 |
| Population | 14,046 | 26,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dulwich Hill is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Marrickville is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Dulwich Hill is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Marrickville answers with housing affordability and schools and education options.
Dulwich Hill suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Marrickville is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.