Overall score
Potts Point
59.8/100
Surry Hills
62.0/100
Potts Point vs Surry Hills, NSW suburb comparison
Potts Point for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Potts PointSurry Hills
Crime rate
Potts Point
189.0 / 1k
Surry Hills
208.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Potts Point
519
Surry Hills
707
Population
Potts Point
7,183
Surry Hills
15,828
Metric leadPotts Point 2Surry Hills 72 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 retireesPotts Point
- Best for familiesPotts Point
- Best for best schoolsPotts Point
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 | Potts Point | Surry Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.8/100 | 62.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 2.6/100 | 5.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 189.0 / 1k | 208.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 17 | 28 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 65 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 519 | 707 |
| Planning activity | 45 | 97 |
| Population | 7,183 | 15,828 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Potts Point is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Surry Hills is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks. Surry Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Potts Point keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Potts Point pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Surry Hills is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Potts Point suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Surry Hills is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.