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Hoxton Park vs Prestons

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.8 km apart, on the same open data. Hoxton Park scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

Hoxton ParkPrestons
Active3059
Safety5548
Wealth3252
Value3061
Parks2351
Cafés1332
Transit4021
Green space3436
Active & healthy3044
Schools nearby (OSM)8456
Median rent$490/wk $520/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$1,335,000$1,300,000
House sales this quarter54152
Population4,57215,694
Full profile Hoxton Park in full Prestons in full

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 Hoxton Park safer than Prestons?

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

Which is cheaper, Hoxton Park or Prestons?

Prestons has the lower median house price of the two ($1,300,000 vs $1,335,000).

Should I live in Hoxton Park or Prestons?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →