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Minchinbury vs Rooty Hill

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 2.2 km apart, on the same open data. Minchinbury scores higher on 3 of 10 measures.

MinchinburyRooty Hill
Active3680
Safety1733
Wealth4734
Value8377
Parks5844
Cafés1333
Transit1821
Green space4566
Active & healthy4565
Schools nearby (OSM)3844
Median rent$450/wk $420/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$980,000$1,190,000
House sales this quarter102—
Population5,77816,176
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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 Minchinbury safer than Rooty Hill?

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

Which is cheaper, Minchinbury or Rooty Hill?

Minchinbury has the lower median house price of the two ($980,000 vs $1,190,000).

Should I live in Minchinbury or Rooty Hill?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →