Overall score
Heckenberg
31.3/100
Liverpool
39.9/100
Heckenberg vs Liverpool, NSW Suburb Comparison
Heckenberg for families and investment; Liverpool for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HeckenbergLiverpool
Crime rate
Heckenberg
72.9 / 1k
Liverpool
168.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Heckenberg
53
Liverpool
878
Population
Heckenberg
3,263
Liverpool
31,078
Metric leadHeckenberg 3Liverpool 73 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLiverpool
- Best for familiesHeckenberg
- Best for investmentHeckenberg
- Best for best valueHeckenberg
- Best for best schoolsLiverpool
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 | Heckenberg | Liverpool |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.3/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 24.7/100 | 35.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.9 / 1k | 168.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 14 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 24 |
| Public transport stops | 51 | 277 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 53 | 878 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 47 |
| Green cover | 12.8% | 11.7% |
| Population | 3,263 | 31,078 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Heckenberg is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Liverpool is a lively metro larger suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Heckenberg tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Liverpool stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, retirees, families, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Heckenberg, while Liverpool remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.