Overall score
Hillsdale
44.6/100
Mascot
57.8/100
Hillsdale vs Mascot, NSW suburb comparison
Hillsdale for families and schools; Mascot for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HillsdaleMascot
Crime rate
Hillsdale
67.8 / 1k
Mascot
58.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hillsdale
33
Mascot
420
Population
Hillsdale
5,647
Mascot
21,591
Metric leadHillsdale 2Mascot 9across 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 | Hillsdale | Mascot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.6/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.5/100 | 16.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.8 / 1k | 58.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 136 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 33 | 420 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 55 |
| Population | 5,647 | 21,591 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Hillsdale is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, while Mascot is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Hillsdale sits among greener hillside streets, while Mascot keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Hillsdale pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Mascot is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mascot, while Hillsdale remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.