Overall score
Fyshwick
—
Queanbeyan
60.0/100
Fyshwick vs Queanbeyan suburb comparison (ACT vs NSW)
Queanbeyan for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FyshwickQueanbeyan
Crime rate
Fyshwick
12894.7 / 1k
Queanbeyan
61.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fyshwick
507
Queanbeyan
301
Population
Fyshwick
52
Queanbeyan
6,409
Metric leadFyshwick 2Queanbeyan 4across 6 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesQueanbeyan
- Best for familiesQueanbeyan
- Best for investmentQueanbeyan
- Best for best valueQueanbeyan
- Best for best schoolsQueanbeyan
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 | Fyshwick | Queanbeyan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | — | 60.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | — | 35.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 12894.7 / 1k | 61.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | — | 66 |
| Walkability | 60.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 507 | 301 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 24 |
| Population | 52 | 6,409 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | — | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Across states, Fyshwick is a residential smaller community with a settled community character, whereas Queanbeyan is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Fyshwick sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Queanbeyan is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Fyshwick is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook; Queanbeyan answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Fyshwick generally means more mid-market housing value, while Queanbeyan leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Queanbeyan, while Fyshwick remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.