Overall score
Abermain
41.2/100
Pelaw Main
25.9/100
Abermain vs Pelaw Main, NSW suburb comparison
Abermain for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AbermainPelaw Main
Crime rate
Abermain
78.9 / 1k
Pelaw Main
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Abermain
17
Pelaw Main
20
Population
Abermain
2,544
Pelaw Main
1,080
Metric leadAbermain 6Pelaw Main 32 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Abermain | Pelaw Main |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.2/100 | 25.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.2/100 | 68.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 78.9 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 18 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 27.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 20 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 6 |
| Population | 2,544 | 1,080 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Abermain is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, while Pelaw Main is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Abermain pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Pelaw Main is the better pick for parks and reserves and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Abermain, while Pelaw Main remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.