Overall score
New Lambton
72.7/100
Rankin Park
48.7/100
New Lambton vs Rankin Park, NSW suburb comparison
New Lambton for retirees and families; Rankin Park for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
New LambtonRankin Park
Crime rate
New Lambton
46.2 / 1k
Rankin Park
59.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
New Lambton
285
Rankin Park
18
Population
New Lambton
10,651
Rankin Park
2,547
Metric leadNew Lambton 8Rankin Park 3across 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 retireesNew Lambton
- Best for familiesNew Lambton
- Best for investmentRankin Park
- Best for best valueNew Lambton
- Best for best schoolsNew Lambton
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 | New Lambton | Rankin Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 72.7/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.7/100 | 66.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.2 / 1k | 59.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 199 | 40 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 285 | 18 |
| Planning activity | 48 | 14 |
| Population | 10,651 | 2,547 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, New Lambton is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Rankin Park is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city. New Lambton sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Rankin Park is further out with more breathing room.
New Lambton tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Rankin Park stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
New Lambton suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Rankin Park is the stronger match for investors.