Overall score
Erskineville
59.2/100
Zetland
51.0/100
Erskineville vs Zetland, NSW Suburb Comparison
Erskineville for retirees and families; Zetland for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ErskinevilleZetland
Crime rate
Erskineville
43.1 / 1k
Zetland
89.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Erskineville
209
Zetland
595
Population
Erskineville
9,657
Zetland
12,622
Metric leadErskineville 5Zetland 44 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesErskineville
- Best for familiesErskineville
- Best for investmentErskineville
- Best for best schoolsZetland
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 | Erskineville | Zetland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 51.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.5/100 | 49.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.1 / 1k | 89.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 14 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 36 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 209 | 595 |
| Planning activity | 53 | 53 |
| Green cover | 4.9% | 5.8% |
| Population | 9,657 | 12,622 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Erskineville is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Zetland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Erskineville tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options, while Zetland stands out for parks and reserves, nearby cafés and amenities, and a larger local community.
Retirees, families, and value-focused buyers may find Erskineville the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Zetland.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.