Overall score
Kogarah
59.1/100
Sandringham
45.5/100
Kogarah vs Sandringham, NSW suburb comparison
Sandringham for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KogarahSandringham
Crime rate
Kogarah
59.7 / 1k
Sandringham
33.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kogarah
259
Sandringham
37
Population
Kogarah
16,416
Sandringham
1,275
Metric leadKogarah 7Sandringham 4across 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 retireesSandringham
- Best for familiesSandringham
- Best for investmentSandringham
- Best for best schoolsSandringham
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 | Kogarah | Sandringham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.1/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.8/100 | 23.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.7 / 1k | 33.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 95 | 18 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 50.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 259 | 37 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 9 |
| Population | 16,416 | 1,275 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kogarah is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Sandringham is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
Kogarah pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Sandringham is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Kogarah if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Sandringham for retirees and families.