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Suburb comparison

Ambarvale vs Claymore — which Sydney suburb suits you?

The key differences: Claymore commands a $100K premium on median property price over Ambarvale; Ambarvale has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.

Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.

Camden

Ambarvale

2560

Camden

Claymore

2559

MetricAmbarvaleClaymore
Median house price$849K$949K
Median unit price$555K
Median weekly rent$580/wk$600/wk
Annual price growth+8.8%+1.0%
SEIFA advantage decile1/101/10
Flood zone coverage
Bushfire zone coverage91.8%66.5%
Schools in postcode242

Choose Ambarvale if...

  • You want a lower entry price for a house
  • You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
  • School options within walking distance matter

Choose Claymore if...

  • Claymore leads on 3 of the 5 head-to-head metrics

Common questions

Is Ambarvale or Claymore more expensive?
Claymore has the higher median house price ($949K) compared with $849K in Ambarvale.
Which is better for renters — Ambarvale or Claymore?
Median weekly rent is $580/wk in Ambarvale and $600/wk in Claymore, making Ambarvale the more affordable rental market.
Is Ambarvale or Claymore at higher flood risk?
Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
How many schools are in Ambarvale vs Claymore?
Ambarvale has 24 schools in the postcode, and Claymore has 2. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.

Full suburb profiles

Ambarvale 2560Claymore 2559