Overall score
Epping
68.5/100
Ryde
68.2/100
Epping vs Ryde, NSW suburb comparison
Epping for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EppingRyde
Crime rate
Epping
32.5 / 1k
Ryde
35.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Epping
1,109
Ryde
601
Population
Epping
29,551
Ryde
31,907
Metric leadEpping 5Ryde 42 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 | Epping | Ryde |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.5/100 | 68.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.7/100 | 12.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.5 / 1k | 35.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 32 |
| Public transport stops | 243 | 257 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,109 | 601 |
| Planning activity | 52 | 54 |
| Population | 29,551 | 31,907 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Epping reads as a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby; Ryde is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Epping tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Ryde stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Epping, while Ryde remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.