Overall score
Leichhardt
70.0/100
Marrickville
68.6/100
Leichhardt vs Marrickville, NSW suburb comparison
Leichhardt for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LeichhardtMarrickville
Crime rate
Leichhardt
51.9 / 1k
Marrickville
87.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Leichhardt
301
Marrickville
653
Population
Leichhardt
15,158
Marrickville
26,570
Metric leadLeichhardt 4Marrickville 52 tiedacross 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 retireesLeichhardt
- Best for familiesLeichhardt
- Best for best schoolsLeichhardt
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 | Leichhardt | Marrickville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.0/100 | 68.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 15.1/100 | 15.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.9 / 1k | 87.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 25 | 21 |
| Parks & reserves | 19 | 21 |
| Public transport stops | 98 | 154 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 301 | 653 |
| Planning activity | 68 | 93 |
| Population | 15,158 | 26,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Leichhardt reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Marrickville is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Leichhardt pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and overall desirability, whereas Marrickville is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Leichhardt, while Marrickville remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.