Overall score
Fishing Point
38.6/100
Rathmines
48.9/100
Fishing Point vs Rathmines, NSW Suburb Comparison
Rathmines for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Fishing PointRathmines
Crime rate
Fishing Point
80.9 / 1k
Rathmines
80.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fishing Point
11
Rathmines
35
Population
Fishing Point
1,105
Rathmines
2,076
Metric leadFishing Point 2Rathmines 74 tiedacross 13 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 | Fishing Point | Rathmines |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.6/100 | 48.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.4/100 | 64.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.9 / 1k | 80.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 39 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 35 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 13 |
| Green cover | 5.1% | 22.0% |
| Population | 1,105 | 2,076 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Fishing Point reads as a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand; Rathmines is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm.
Fishing Point pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Rathmines is the better pick for housing affordability, public transport access, and walkability.
Fishing Point suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Rathmines is the stronger match for investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.