Overall score
Allawah
45.2/100
Penshurst
67.1/100
Allawah vs Penshurst, NSW suburb comparison
Allawah for families and schools; Penshurst for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AllawahPenshurst
Crime rate
Allawah
23.2 / 1k
Penshurst
27.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Allawah
44
Penshurst
294
Population
Allawah
5,351
Penshurst
12,592
Metric leadAllawah 3Penshurst 8across 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 | Allawah | Penshurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.2/100 | 67.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.1/100 | 27.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.2 / 1k | 27.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 18 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 5 | 84 |
| Walkability | 44.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 44 | 294 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 16 |
| Population | 5,351 | 12,592 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Allawah is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel, and Penshurst is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Allawah tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Penshurst stands out for housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Penshurst, while Allawah remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.