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North Parramatta vs Oatlands

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

North ParramattaOatlands
Active7416
Safety2973
Wealth1751
Value5754
Parks2644
Cafés4813
Transit4728
Green space7741
Active & healthy6128
Schools nearby (OSM)6840
Median rent$390/wk $530/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$1,888,000$1,794,000
Population12,0645,833
Full profile North Parramatta in full Oatlands 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 North Parramatta safer than Oatlands?

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

Which is cheaper, North Parramatta or Oatlands?

Oatlands has the lower median house price of the two ($1,794,000 vs $1,888,000).

Should I live in North Parramatta or Oatlands?

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

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →