Overall score
Annandale
59.0/100
Enmore
48.4/100
Annandale for retirees and investment; Enmore for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Annandale
59.0/100
Enmore
48.4/100
Crime rate
Annandale
46.6 / 1k
Enmore
117.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annandale
234
Enmore
82
Population
Annandale
9,487
Enmore
3,871
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 | Annandale | Enmore |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.0/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 11.6/100 | 14.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.6 / 1k | 117.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 23 | 28 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 6 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 79.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 234 | 82 |
| Planning activity | 91 | 16 |
| Population | 9,487 | 3,871 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Annandale is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Enmore is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Annandale tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Enmore stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Annandale, while Enmore remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.