Overall score
Kyeemagh
45.7/100
Mascot
57.8/100
Kyeemagh for families and value; Mascot for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kyeemagh
45.7/100
Mascot
57.8/100
Crime rate
Kyeemagh
54.3 / 1k
Mascot
58.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kyeemagh
64
Mascot
420
Population
Kyeemagh
935
Mascot
21,591
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Kyeemagh | Mascot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.7/100 | 57.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.5/100 | 16.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.3 / 1k | 58.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 136 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 420 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 55 |
| Population | 935 | 21,591 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Kyeemagh is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Mascot is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Kyeemagh pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Mascot is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Value-focused buyers may find Kyeemagh the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mascot.