Overall score
Bankstown
64.2/100
Werribee
69.9/100
Werribee for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Bankstown
64.2/100
Werribee
69.9/100
Crime rate
Bankstown
115.1 / 1k
Werribee
83.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bankstown
594
Werribee
252
Population
Bankstown
34,933
Werribee
50,027
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 | Bankstown | Werribee |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.2/100 | 69.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 17.6/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 115.1 / 1k | 83.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 19 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 26 | 63 |
| Public transport stops | 272 | 269 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 594 | 252 |
| Planning activity | 42 | 243 |
| Population | 34,933 | 50,027 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Bankstown (NSW) is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Werribee (VIC) is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Bankstown is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Werribee answers with housing affordability and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Werribee, while Bankstown remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.