Overall score
Agnes Banks
41.7/100
Cranebrook
62.1/100
Agnes Banks for retirees and investment; Cranebrook for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Agnes Banks
41.7/100
Cranebrook
62.1/100
Crime rate
Agnes Banks
51.6 / 1k
Cranebrook
52.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Agnes Banks
19
Cranebrook
332
Population
Agnes Banks
996
Cranebrook
15,779
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 | Agnes Banks | Cranebrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 41.7/100 | 62.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 60.3/100 | 59.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 51.6 / 1k | 52.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 205 |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 19 | 332 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 24 |
| Population | 996 | 15,779 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Agnes Banks is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Cranebrook is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Agnes Banks sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Cranebrook is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Agnes Banks is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; Cranebrook answers with a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Retirees and investors may find Agnes Banks the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Cranebrook.