Overall score
Aberglasslyn
48.4/100
Rutherford
61.7/100
Aberglasslyn for retirees; Rutherford for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Aberglasslyn
48.4/100
Rutherford
61.7/100
Crime rate
Aberglasslyn
95.3 / 1k
Rutherford
95.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aberglasslyn
264
Rutherford
375
Population
Aberglasslyn
6,552
Rutherford
13,091
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 | Rutherford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.4/100 | 61.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.1/100 | 76.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 95.3 / 1k | 95.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 75 | 262 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 264 | 375 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 58 |
| Population | 6,552 | 13,091 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Put side by side, Aberglasslyn is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Rutherford is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Aberglasslyn is stronger for parks and reserves and a calmer planning outlook; Rutherford answers with public transport access and walkability. On housing, Aberglasslyn sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Rutherford.
Aberglasslyn suits retirees more clearly, whereas Rutherford is the stronger match for families and value-focused buyers.