Overall score
The Hill
40.7/100
Wickham
34.1/100
The Hill vs Wickham, NSW suburb comparison
The Hill for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
The HillWickham
Crime rate
The Hill
218.0 / 1k
Wickham
404.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
The Hill
135
Wickham
84
Population
The Hill
2,076
Wickham
1,637
Metric leadThe Hill 5Wickham 42 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | The Hill | Wickham |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.7/100 | 34.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 32.2/100 | 6.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 218.0 / 1k | 404.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 26 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 84 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 7 |
| Population | 2,076 | 1,637 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, The Hill is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, and Wickham is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby. The Hill leans into coastal living, while Wickham feels more inland and suburban in character.
The Hill pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Wickham is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer The Hill, while Wickham remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.