Overall score
Surry Hills
62.0/100
Zetland
58.1/100
Surry Hills vs Zetland, NSW suburb comparison
Surry Hills for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Surry HillsZetland
Crime rate
Surry Hills
208.3 / 1k
Zetland
89.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Surry Hills
707
Zetland
570
Population
Surry Hills
15,828
Zetland
12,622
Metric leadSurry Hills 7Zetland 22 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 familiesSurry Hills
- Best for best schoolsSurry Hills
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 | Surry Hills | Zetland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.0/100 | 58.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 5.9/100 | 5.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 208.3 / 1k | 89.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 28 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 65 | 36 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 707 | 570 |
| Planning activity | 97 | 47 |
| Population | 15,828 | 12,622 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Surry Hills is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks, and Zetland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Surry Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Zetland keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Surry Hills tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Zetland stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Surry Hills, while Zetland remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.