Overall score
Belhus
32.6/100
Henley Brook
49.8/100
Belhus for retirees; Henley Brook for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belhus
32.6/100
Henley Brook
49.8/100
Crime rate
Belhus
35748.3 / 1k
Henley Brook
2093.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belhus
17
Henley Brook
89
Population
Belhus
264
Henley Brook
2,500
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 | Belhus | Henley Brook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 49.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 9.2/100 | 42.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 35748.3 / 1k | 2093.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 32 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 89 |
| Population | 264 | 2,500 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 6/10 |
Belhus is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm, while Henley Brook is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Belhus sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Henley Brook is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Belhus is stronger for stronger socioeconomic advantage; Henley Brook answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Belhus suits retirees more clearly, whereas Henley Brook is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.