Overall score
Belrose
58.7/100
Terrey Hills
72.2/100
Belrose for schools; Terrey Hills for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Belrose
58.7/100
Terrey Hills
72.2/100
Crime rate
Belrose
20.2 / 1k
Terrey Hills
41.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Belrose
159
Terrey Hills
373
Population
Belrose
8,726
Terrey Hills
3,142
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 | Belrose | Terrey Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.7/100 | 72.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.2/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 20.2 / 1k | 41.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 127 | 63 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 159 | 373 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 11 |
| Population | 8,726 | 3,142 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Belrose reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Terrey Hills is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Terrey Hills sits among greener hillside streets, while Belrose keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Belrose is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Terrey Hills answers with housing affordability and walkability.
Belrose suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Terrey Hills is the stronger match for retirees and families.