Overall score
Riverstone
47.4/100
Schofields
56.1/100
Riverstone vs Schofields, NSW Suburb Comparison
Riverstone for families and investment; Schofields for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
RiverstoneSchofields
Crime rate
Riverstone
39.7 / 1k
Schofields
24.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Riverstone
131
Schofields
117
Population
Riverstone
8,627
Schofields
15,213
Metric leadRiverstone 4Schofields 81 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSchofields
- Best for familiesRiverstone
- Best for investmentRiverstone
- Best for best schoolsSchofields
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 | Riverstone | Schofields |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.4/100 | 56.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.0/100 | 42.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 39.7 / 1k | 24.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 93 | 123 |
| Walkability | 67.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 131 | 117 |
| Planning activity | 62 | 32 |
| Green cover | 1.5% | 7.5% |
| Population | 8,627 | 15,213 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Riverstone is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Schofields is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Riverstone is stronger for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Schofields answers with a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability.
Value-focused buyers may find Riverstone the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Schofields.
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.