Overall score
Edge Hill
54.0/100
Parramatta Park
40.3/100
Edge Hill vs Parramatta Park, QLD suburb comparison
Edge Hill for retirees and investment; Parramatta Park for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Edge HillParramatta Park
Crime rate
Edge Hill
146.0 / 1k
Parramatta Park
146.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Edge Hill
159
Parramatta Park
93
Population
Edge Hill
4,088
Parramatta Park
3,621
Metric leadEdge Hill 7Parramatta Park 11 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesEdge Hill
- Best for familiesParramatta Park
- Best for investmentEdge Hill
- Best for best valueEdge Hill
- Best for best schoolsParramatta Park
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 | Edge Hill | Parramatta Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.0/100 | 40.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.9/100 | 34.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 146.0 / 1k | 146.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 2 |
| Walkability | 67.0/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 159 | 93 |
| Population | 4,088 | 3,621 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Edge Hill is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Parramatta Park is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Edge Hill tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Parramatta Park stands out for schools and education options. On housing, Edge Hill sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Parramatta Park.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Edge Hill, while Parramatta Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.