Overall score
Sutherland
62.5/100
Yarrawarrah
54.7/100
Sutherland vs Yarrawarrah, NSW suburb comparison
Yarrawarrah for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SutherlandYarrawarrah
Crime rate
Sutherland
70.1 / 1k
Yarrawarrah
22.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Sutherland
335
Yarrawarrah
55
Population
Sutherland
11,570
Yarrawarrah
2,775
Metric leadSutherland 7Yarrawarrah 4across 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 retireesYarrawarrah
- Best for investmentYarrawarrah
- Best for best valueYarrawarrah
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 | Sutherland | Yarrawarrah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.5/100 | 54.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 20.3/100 | 49.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 70.1 / 1k | 22.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 65 | 59 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 47.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 335 | 55 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 7 |
| Population | 11,570 | 2,775 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Sutherland is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Yarrawarrah is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Sutherland tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Yarrawarrah stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Families and households prioritising schools may find Sutherland the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Yarrawarrah.