Overall score
Miranda
54.8/100
Sutherland
59.4/100
Miranda vs Sutherland, NSW Suburb Comparison
Sutherland for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MirandaSutherland
Crime rate
Miranda
102.1 / 1k
Sutherland
70.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Miranda
474
Sutherland
341
Population
Miranda
17,942
Sutherland
11,570
Metric leadMiranda 5Sutherland 62 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSutherland
- Best for familiesSutherland
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 | Miranda | Sutherland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.8/100 | 59.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.8/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 102.1 / 1k | 70.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 12 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 146 | 65 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 474 | 341 |
| Planning activity | 49 | 17 |
| Green cover | 7.9% | 20.2% |
| Population | 17,942 | 11,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Miranda is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Sutherland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Miranda tends to lead on housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access, while Sutherland stands out for a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and a calmer planning outlook.
Miranda suits investors and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Sutherland is the stronger match for retirees and families.
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.