Overall score
Rhodes
57.6/100
Wentworth Point
56.3/100
Rhodes vs Wentworth Point, NSW suburb comparison
Wentworth Point for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RhodesWentworth Point
Crime rate
Rhodes
40.5 / 1k
Wentworth Point
60.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rhodes
343
Wentworth Point
102
Population
Rhodes
11,453
Wentworth Point
12,703
Metric leadRhodes 9Wentworth Point 11 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 retireesWentworth Point
- Best for familiesWentworth Point
- Best for investmentWentworth Point
- Best for best schoolsWentworth 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 | Rhodes | Wentworth Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.6/100 | 56.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.7/100 | 8.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.5 / 1k | 60.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 11 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 76.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 343 | 102 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 9 |
| Population | 11,453 | 12,703 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Rhodes is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Wentworth Point is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Rhodes pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Wentworth Point is the better pick for a larger local community.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Wentworth Point, while Rhodes remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.