Overall score
Lilyfield
60.4/100
Petersham
60.5/100
Lilyfield vs Petersham, NSW Suburb Comparison
Lilyfield for retirees and families; Petersham for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LilyfieldPetersham
Crime rate
Lilyfield
51.8 / 1k
Petersham
54.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lilyfield
163
Petersham
254
Population
Lilyfield
7,641
Petersham
8,200
Metric leadLilyfield 4Petersham 72 tiedacross 13 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 | Lilyfield | Petersham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.4/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.9/100 | 51.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.8 / 1k | 54.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 30 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 39 | 61 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 163 | 254 |
| Planning activity | 46 | 56 |
| Green cover | 34.4% | 4.3% |
| Population | 7,641 | 8,200 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lilyfield is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Petersham is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Lilyfield is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves; Petersham answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Lilyfield, while Petersham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.