Overall score
Gymea
64.9/100
Sylvania
57.2/100
Gymea vs Sylvania, NSW suburb comparison
Gymea for retirees and families; Sylvania for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GymeaSylvania
Crime rate
Gymea
27.5 / 1k
Sylvania
33.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gymea
210
Sylvania
108
Population
Gymea
8,219
Sylvania
10,749
Metric leadGymea 8Sylvania 3across 11 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 | Gymea | Sylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.9/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.8/100 | 26.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.5 / 1k | 33.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 89 | 84 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 210 | 108 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 22 |
| Population | 8,219 | 10,749 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Gymea is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Sylvania is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Gymea pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Sylvania is the better pick for parks and reserves and walkability.
Choose Gymea if you are weighing retirees and families; lean toward Sylvania for households prioritising schools.