Overall score
Aberglasslyn
48.4/100
Bolwarra
36.7/100
Aberglasslyn for value; Bolwarra for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aberglasslyn
48.4/100
Bolwarra
36.7/100
Crime rate
Aberglasslyn
95.3 / 1k
Bolwarra
95.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aberglasslyn
264
Bolwarra
44
Population
Aberglasslyn
6,552
Bolwarra
1,350
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Aberglasslyn | Bolwarra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.4/100 | 36.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.1/100 | 76.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 95.3 / 1k | 95.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 75 | 32 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 264 | 44 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 14 |
| Population | 6,552 | 1,350 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 9/10 |
Aberglasslyn reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Bolwarra is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel.
On the data, Aberglasslyn is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Bolwarra answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Aberglasslyn suits value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Bolwarra is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.