Overall score
Fairfield
71.8/100
Stones Corner
55.5/100
Fairfield for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Fairfield
71.8/100
Stones Corner
55.5/100
Crime rate
Fairfield
64.5 / 1k
Stones Corner
65.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fairfield
250
Stones Corner
232
Population
Fairfield
3,106
Stones Corner
2,336
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Fairfield | Stones Corner |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.8/100 | 55.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 9.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.5 / 1k | 65.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 30 | 21 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 250 | 232 |
| Population | 3,106 | 2,336 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Fairfield reads as an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Stones Corner is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Fairfield tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Stones Corner stands out for walkability.
Fairfield suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Stones Corner is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.