Overall score
Gymea
64.9/100
Sutherland
62.5/100
Gymea for retirees and investment; Sutherland for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gymea
64.9/100
Sutherland
62.5/100
Crime rate
Gymea
27.5 / 1k
Sutherland
70.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gymea
210
Sutherland
335
Population
Gymea
8,219
Sutherland
11,570
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 | Gymea | Sutherland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.9/100 | 62.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.8/100 | 20.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.5 / 1k | 70.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 89 | 65 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 210 | 335 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 15 |
| Population | 8,219 | 11,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Gymea is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Sutherland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Gymea is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Sutherland answers with parks and reserves and walkability.
Gymea suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Sutherland is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.