Overall score
Hinchinbrook
47.5/100
Sadleir
36.5/100
Hinchinbrook vs Sadleir, NSW suburb comparison
Hinchinbrook for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HinchinbrookSadleir
Crime rate
Hinchinbrook
72.9 / 1k
Sadleir
72.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hinchinbrook
87
Sadleir
33
Population
Hinchinbrook
11,521
Sadleir
3,243
Metric leadHinchinbrook 7Sadleir 22 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 retireesHinchinbrook
- Best for familiesHinchinbrook
- Best for investmentHinchinbrook
- Best for best valueHinchinbrook
- Best for best schoolsHinchinbrook
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 | Hinchinbrook | Sadleir |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.5/100 | 36.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.9 / 1k | 72.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 80 | 29 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 33 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 7 |
| Population | 11,521 | 3,243 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Hinchinbrook is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Sadleir is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. Hinchinbrook sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Sadleir is further out with more breathing room.
Hinchinbrook pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Sadleir is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Hinchinbrook, while Sadleir remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.