Overall score
Kotara
69.5/100
Rankin Park
48.7/100
Kotara vs Rankin Park, NSW suburb comparison
Kotara for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KotaraRankin Park
Crime rate
Kotara
86.9 / 1k
Rankin Park
59.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kotara
295
Rankin Park
18
Population
Kotara
3,980
Rankin Park
2,547
Metric leadKotara 7Rankin Park 31 tiedacross 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 | Kotara | Rankin Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69.5/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.7/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 86.9 / 1k | 59.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 98 | 40 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 295 | 18 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 14 |
| Population | 3,980 | 2,547 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Kotara reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Rankin Park is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city. Kotara sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Rankin Park is further out with more breathing room.
Kotara pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Rankin Park is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kotara, while Rankin Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.