Overall score
Abercrombie
47.5/100
West Bathurst
49.3/100
Abercrombie vs West Bathurst, NSW suburb comparison
Abercrombie for retirees and investment; West Bathurst for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AbercrombieWest Bathurst
Crime rate
Abercrombie
95.0 / 1k
West Bathurst
94.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Abercrombie
21
West Bathurst
89
Population
Abercrombie
1,127
West Bathurst
3,634
Metric leadAbercrombie 2West Bathurst 8across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAbercrombie
- Best for familiesWest Bathurst
- Best for investmentAbercrombie
- Best for best valueAbercrombie
- Best for best schoolsWest Bathurst
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Abercrombie | West Bathurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.5/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 74.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 95.0 / 1k | 94.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 42 | 121 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 21 | 89 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 13 |
| Population | 1,127 | 3,634 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Abercrombie is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, while West Bathurst is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Abercrombie tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while West Bathurst stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access. On housing, Abercrombie sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in West Bathurst.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Abercrombie, while West Bathurst remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.