Overall score
Angus
38.6/100
Riverstone
60.3/100
Angus vs Riverstone, NSW suburb comparison
Angus for families and schools; Riverstone for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AngusRiverstone
Crime rate
Angus
40.3 / 1k
Riverstone
39.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Angus
6
Riverstone
128
Population
Angus
384
Riverstone
8,627
Metric leadAngus 1Riverstone 10across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesRiverstone
- Best for familiesAngus
- Best for investmentRiverstone
- Best for best valueRiverstone
- Best for best schoolsAngus
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 | Angus | Riverstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.6/100 | 60.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 36.3/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.3 / 1k | 39.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 93 |
| Walkability | 27.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 128 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 57 |
| Population | 384 | 8,627 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Angus is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Riverstone is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Angus sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Riverstone is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Angus is stronger for a calmer planning outlook; Riverstone answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Riverstone, while Angus remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.