Overall score
Barnsley
40.2/100
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Edgeworth for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Barnsley
40.2/100
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Crime rate
Barnsley
54.1 / 1k
Edgeworth
64.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Barnsley
34
Edgeworth
101
Population
Barnsley
1,735
Edgeworth
6,401
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 | Barnsley | Edgeworth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.2/100 | 59.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 72.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.1 / 1k | 64.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 129 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 34 | 101 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 54 |
| Population | 1,735 | 6,401 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Barnsley is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, while Edgeworth is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Barnsley sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Edgeworth is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Barnsley is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Edgeworth answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Edgeworth, while Barnsley remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.