Overall score
Lewisham
53.3/100
Sydenham
52.3/100
Lewisham vs Sydenham, NSW suburb comparison
Lewisham for schools; Sydenham for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LewishamSydenham
Crime rate
Lewisham
54.7 / 1k
Sydenham
85.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lewisham
95
Sydenham
94
Population
Lewisham
4,060
Sydenham
1,100
Metric leadLewisham 6Sydenham 31 tiedacross 10 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 | Lewisham | Sydenham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.3/100 | 52.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 13.2/100 | 22.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.7 / 1k | 85.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 31 | 11 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 32 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 40.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 95 | 94 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 13 |
| Population | 4,060 | 1,100 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lewisham is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Sydenham is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Lewisham is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Sydenham answers with housing affordability and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Lewisham, while Sydenham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.