Overall score
Nirimba Fields
47.5/100
The Ponds
61.2/100
Nirimba Fields vs The Ponds, NSW Suburb Comparison
Nirimba Fields for families; The Ponds for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Nirimba FieldsThe Ponds
Crime rate
Nirimba Fields
25.3 / 1k
The Ponds
11.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nirimba Fields
66
The Ponds
240
Population
Nirimba Fields
1,632
The Ponds
16,315
Metric leadNirimba Fields 1The Ponds 102 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 retireesThe Ponds
- Best for familiesNirimba Fields
- Best for investmentThe Ponds
- Best for best valueThe Ponds
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 | Nirimba Fields | The Ponds |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.5/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.6/100 | 39.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.3 / 1k | 11.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 84 |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 66 | 240 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 17 |
| Green cover | 5.0% | 16.6% |
| Population | 1,632 | 16,315 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Nirimba Fields is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, and The Ponds is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Nirimba Fields tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while The Ponds stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options.
Retirees may find Nirimba Fields the better fit, while value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer The Ponds.
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.