Overall score
Brentwood
48.7/100
Leeming
67.6/100
Leeming for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Brentwood
48.7/100
Leeming
67.6/100
Crime rate
Brentwood
5458.3 / 1k
Leeming
1059.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Brentwood
23
Leeming
167
Population
Brentwood
2,153
Leeming
10,883
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.
Brentwood reads as a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city; Leeming is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Brentwood tends to lead on improving crime trends and good access to parks, while Leeming stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Leeming, while Brentwood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.