Overall score
Paddington
66.9/100
Woollahra
59.6/100
Paddington vs Woollahra, NSW suburb comparison
Paddington for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PaddingtonWoollahra
Crime rate
Paddington
75.8 / 1k
Woollahra
37.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Paddington
505
Woollahra
434
Population
Paddington
12,701
Woollahra
7,189
Metric leadPaddington 7Woollahra 31 tiedacross 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 familiesPaddington
- Best for investmentPaddington
- Best for best valuePaddington
- Best for best schoolsPaddington
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 | Paddington | Woollahra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.9/100 | 59.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 4.8/100 | 3.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 75.8 / 1k | 37.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 18 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 14 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 49 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 505 | 434 |
| Planning activity | 146 | 66 |
| Population | 12,701 | 7,189 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Paddington is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Woollahra is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Paddington pulls ahead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, whereas Woollahra is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Paddington, while Woollahra remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.