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Oatley vs Peakhurst Heights

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 1.7 km apart, on the same open data. Oatley scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

OatleyPeakhurst Heights
Active4216
Safety6975
Wealth6640
Value9373
Parks7889
Cafés3960
Transit772
Green space6774
Active & healthy4735
Schools nearby (OSM)2862
Median rent$490/wk $451/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$2,500,000$1,650,000
House sales this quarter—45
Population10,6642,524
Full profile Oatley in full Peakhurst Heights 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 Oatley safer than Peakhurst Heights?

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

Which is cheaper, Oatley or Peakhurst Heights?

Peakhurst Heights has the lower median house price of the two ($1,650,000 vs $2,500,000).

Should I live in Oatley or Peakhurst Heights?

Oatley scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Oatley or Peakhurst Heights.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →