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Carlton vs Kogarah

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.3 km apart, on the same open data. Carlton scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

CarltonKogarah
Active1249
Safety5814
Wealth2428
Value4148
Parks3720
Cafés1382
Transit9056
Green space640
Active & healthy2053
Schools nearby (OSM)2296
Median rent$450/wk $450/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$1,725,000$2,183,000
Population10,63116,416
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Scores are percentiles across all 422 Sydney suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Carlton safer than Kogarah?

Carlton scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Carlton or Kogarah?

Carlton has the lower median house price of the two ($1,725,000 vs $2,183,000).

Should I live in Carlton or Kogarah?

Carlton scores higher on 3 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Carlton or Kogarah.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →