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Meadowbank vs West Ryde

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.2 km apart, on the same open data. Meadowbank scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

MeadowbankWest Ryde
Active9015
Safety5840
Wealth3333
Value7285
Parks3246
Cafés6950
Transit7773
Green space6737
Active & healthy7240
Schools nearby (OSM)7464
Median rent$430/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$2,450,000$2,450,000
Population5,08913,171
Full profile Meadowbank in full West Ryde 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 Meadowbank safer than West Ryde?

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

Which is cheaper, Meadowbank or West Ryde?

Meadowbank and West Ryde have the same median house price.

Should I live in Meadowbank or West Ryde?

Meadowbank scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Meadowbank or West Ryde.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →