Overall score
Hinchinbrook
47.5/100
West Hoxton
58.7/100
Hinchinbrook vs West Hoxton, NSW suburb comparison
Hinchinbrook for investment and value; West Hoxton for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HinchinbrookWest Hoxton
Crime rate
Hinchinbrook
72.9 / 1k
West Hoxton
20.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hinchinbrook
87
West Hoxton
119
Population
Hinchinbrook
11,521
West Hoxton
10,152
Metric leadHinchinbrook 5West Hoxton 6across 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 retireesWest Hoxton
- Best for familiesWest Hoxton
- Best for investmentHinchinbrook
- Best for best valueHinchinbrook
- Best for best schoolsWest Hoxton
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 | West Hoxton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.5/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 33.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.9 / 1k | 20.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 80 | 63 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 119 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 4 |
| Population | 11,521 | 10,152 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Hinchinbrook is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and West Hoxton is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Hinchinbrook pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas West Hoxton is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. Hinchinbrook generally means more approachable housing costs, while West Hoxton leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Hinchinbrook if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward West Hoxton for retirees and families.