Overall score
Oatley
68.9/100
Peakhurst
54.4/100
Oatley vs Peakhurst, NSW Suburb Comparison
Oatley for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
OatleyPeakhurst
Crime rate
Oatley
29.6 / 1k
Peakhurst
71.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oatley
241
Peakhurst
160
Population
Oatley
10,664
Peakhurst
12,079
Metric leadOatley 8Peakhurst 41 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 | Oatley | Peakhurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.9/100 | 54.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.1/100 | 45.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.6 / 1k | 71.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 11 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 26 | 17 |
| Public transport stops | 104 | 169 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 241 | 160 |
| Planning activity | 40 | 31 |
| Green cover | 20.7% | 7.7% |
| Population | 10,664 | 12,079 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Oatley is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Peakhurst is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Oatley is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves; Peakhurst answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees, families, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Oatley, while Peakhurst 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.