Overall score
Schofields
56.1/100
The Ponds
61.2/100
Schofields vs The Ponds, NSW Suburb Comparison
Schofields for value; The Ponds for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SchofieldsThe Ponds
Crime rate
Schofields
24.7 / 1k
The Ponds
11.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Schofields
117
The Ponds
240
Population
Schofields
15,213
The Ponds
16,315
Metric leadSchofields 2The Ponds 92 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 retireesThe Ponds
- Best for familiesThe Ponds
- Best for best valueSchofields
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 | Schofields | The Ponds |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56.1/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.9/100 | 39.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 24.7 / 1k | 11.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 18 |
| Public transport stops | 123 | 84 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 88.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 117 | 240 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 17 |
| Green cover | 7.5% | 16.6% |
| Population | 15,213 | 16,315 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Schofields reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; The Ponds is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Schofields is stronger for housing affordability and public transport access; The Ponds answers with a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer The Ponds, while Schofields remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.