Overall score
Homebush
64.2/100
Strathfield
65.9/100
Homebush vs Strathfield, NSW suburb comparison
Homebush for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HomebushStrathfield
Crime rate
Homebush
41.0 / 1k
Strathfield
58.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Homebush
326
Strathfield
1,837
Population
Homebush
11,660
Strathfield
25,915
Metric leadHomebush 2Strathfield 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 | Homebush | Strathfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.2/100 | 65.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.8/100 | 9.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 41.0 / 1k | 58.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 64 | 279 |
| Walkability | 54.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 326 | 1,837 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 80 |
| Population | 11,660 | 25,915 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Homebush reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Strathfield is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Homebush pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Strathfield is the better pick for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
Investors may find Homebush the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Strathfield.