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Randwick vs South Coogee

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Randwick scores higher on 7 of 9 measures.

RandwickSouth Coogee
Active5644
Safety3426
Wealth5940
Parks2476
Cafés8447
Transit7359
Green space2644
Active & healthy4843
Schools nearby (OSM)9072
Median rent$572/wk $207/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$4,325,000$3,575,000
House sales this quarter37—
Population28,9435,611
Full profile Randwick in full South Coogee 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 Randwick safer than South Coogee?

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

Which is cheaper, Randwick or South Coogee?

South Coogee has the lower median house price of the two ($3,575,000 vs $4,325,000).

Should I live in Randwick or South Coogee?

Randwick scores higher on 7 of 9 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Randwick or South Coogee.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →