Overall score
Hammond Park
53.7/100
Success
56.0/100
Hammond Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hammond Park
53.7/100
Success
56.0/100
Crime rate
Hammond Park
1477.0 / 1k
Success
852.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hammond Park
71
Success
93
Population
Hammond Park
6,985
Success
11,340
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 | Hammond Park | Success |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.7/100 | 56.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 47.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 1477.0 / 1k | 852.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 60 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 93 |
| Population | 6,985 | 11,340 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Hammond Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Success is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Hammond Park is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Success answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hammond Park, while Success remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.