Overall score
Haberfield
74.3/100
Rozelle
59.7/100
Haberfield vs Rozelle, NSW suburb comparison
Haberfield for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HaberfieldRozelle
Crime rate
Haberfield
27.8 / 1k
Rozelle
55.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Haberfield
253
Rozelle
219
Population
Haberfield
6,480
Rozelle
8,553
Metric leadHaberfield 7Rozelle 31 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesHaberfield
- Best for familiesHaberfield
- Best for investmentHaberfield
- Best for best valueHaberfield
- Best for best schoolsHaberfield
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 | Haberfield | Rozelle |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74.3/100 | 59.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.1/100 | 14.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 27.8 / 1k | 55.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 70 | 51 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 253 | 219 |
| Planning activity | 68 | 58 |
| Population | 6,480 | 8,553 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Haberfield is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Rozelle is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Haberfield tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Rozelle stands out for parks and reserves and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Haberfield, while Rozelle remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.