Overall score
Bathurst
68.0/100
Llanarth
38.8/100
Bathurst vs Llanarth, NSW suburb comparison
Bathurst for families and schools; Llanarth for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BathurstLlanarth
Crime rate
Bathurst
94.6 / 1k
Llanarth
94.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bathurst
584
Llanarth
20
Population
Bathurst
7,001
Llanarth
2,302
Metric leadBathurst 8Llanarth 3across 11 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 | Bathurst | Llanarth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.0/100 | 38.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.7/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 94.6 / 1k | 94.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 250 | 34 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 584 | 20 |
| Planning activity | 48 | 2 |
| Population | 7,001 | 2,302 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bathurst is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Llanarth is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Bathurst tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Llanarth stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Bathurst generally means more approachable housing costs, while Llanarth leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Bathurst if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Llanarth for retirees and investors.