Overall score
Hamilton Hill
60.2/100
Spearwood
58.0/100
Hamilton Hill for schools; Spearwood for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hamilton Hill
60.2/100
Spearwood
58.0/100
Crime rate
Hamilton Hill
1033.6 / 1k
Spearwood
1046.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hamilton Hill
200
Spearwood
108
Population
Hamilton Hill
11,327
Spearwood
10,944
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 | Hamilton Hill | Spearwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.2/100 | 58.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 26.3/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 1033.6 / 1k | 1046.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 89 | 60 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 200 | 108 |
| Population | 11,327 | 10,944 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Hamilton Hill is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Spearwood is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Hamilton Hill pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Spearwood is the better pick for overall desirability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Hamilton Hill suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Spearwood is the stronger match for retirees and families.