Overall score
Birrong
45.7/100
Villawood
43.6/100
Birrong vs Villawood, NSW suburb comparison
Birrong for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BirrongVillawood
Crime rate
Birrong
48.7 / 1k
Villawood
116.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Birrong
45
Villawood
138
Population
Birrong
3,331
Villawood
7,051
Metric leadBirrong 6Villawood 5across 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 | Birrong | Villawood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.7/100 | 43.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.9/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 48.7 / 1k | 116.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 35 | 157 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 45 | 138 |
| Planning activity | 4 | 6 |
| Population | 3,331 | 7,051 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Birrong is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Villawood is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Birrong pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Villawood is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Birrong, while Villawood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.