Overall score
Castle Hill
77.3/100
Werribee
69.9/100
Castle Hill for retirees and families; Werribee for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Castle Hill
77.3/100
Werribee
69.9/100
Crime rate
Castle Hill
32.1 / 1k
Werribee
83.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Castle Hill
530
Werribee
252
Population
Castle Hill
40,874
Werribee
50,027
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 | Castle Hill | Werribee |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77.3/100 | 69.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.8/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 32.1 / 1k | 83.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 28 | 63 |
| Public transport stops | 497 | 269 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 77.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 530 | 252 |
| Planning activity | 120 | 243 |
| Population | 40,874 | 50,027 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 3/10 |
Across states, Castle Hill is an energetic metro larger suburb where cafés and local life overlap, whereas Werribee is a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Castle Hill is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Werribee answers with housing affordability and schools and education options. Castle Hill generally means more sought-after housing, while Werribee leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Castle Hill suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Werribee is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.