Overall score
Belfield
53.7/100
Greenacre
67.7/100
Belfield vs Greenacre, NSW suburb comparison
Belfield for retirees and families; Greenacre for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BelfieldGreenacre
Crime rate
Belfield
29.0 / 1k
Greenacre
54.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belfield
81
Greenacre
372
Population
Belfield
6,555
Greenacre
26,314
Metric leadBelfield 5Greenacre 6across 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 | Belfield | Greenacre |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.7/100 | 67.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.2/100 | 31.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.0 / 1k | 54.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 22 |
| Public transport stops | 57 | 300 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 81 | 372 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 40 |
| Population | 6,555 | 26,314 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Belfield is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Greenacre is a lively metro larger suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Belfield tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Greenacre stands out for schools and education options and parks and reserves. On housing, Belfield sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Greenacre.
Retirees may find Belfield the better fit, while families and investors are more likely to prefer Greenacre.