Overall score
Oxley Park
43.5/100
St Clair
75.0/100
Oxley Park vs St Clair, NSW suburb comparison
St Clair for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Oxley ParkSt Clair
Crime rate
Oxley Park
123.7 / 1k
St Clair
29.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Oxley Park
45
St Clair
431
Population
Oxley Park
4,197
St Clair
19,942
Metric leadOxley Park 2St Clair 9across 11 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 | Oxley Park | St Clair |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.5/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.3/100 | 52.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.7 / 1k | 29.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 156 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 431 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 18 |
| Population | 4,197 | 19,942 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Oxley Park is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while St Clair is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Oxley Park tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while St Clair stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Oxley Park sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in St Clair.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer St Clair, while Oxley Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.