Overall score
Balcolyn
36.0/100
Morisset Park
32.3/100
Balcolyn vs Morisset Park, NSW Suburb Comparison
Balcolyn for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BalcolynMorisset Park
Crime rate
Balcolyn
76.0 / 1k
Morisset Park
76.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Balcolyn
20
Morisset Park
8
Population
Balcolyn
1,002
Morisset Park
1,085
Metric leadBalcolyn 8Morisset Park 31 tiedacross 12 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 | Balcolyn | Morisset Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.0/100 | 32.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 49.0/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 76.0 / 1k | 76.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 5 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 7.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 20 | 8 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 6 |
| Green cover | 5.8% | 1.5% |
| Population | 1,002 | 1,085 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Balcolyn is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, and Morisset Park is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Balcolyn tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Morisset Park stands out for housing affordability, a calmer planning outlook, and a larger local community.
Balcolyn suits families more clearly, whereas Morisset Park is the stronger match for retirees and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.