Overall score
Charles Sturt University
25.4/100
Turvey Park
49.3/100
Turvey Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Charles Sturt University
25.4/100
Turvey Park
49.3/100
Crime rate
Charles Sturt University
49.5 / 1k
Turvey Park
119.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Charles Sturt University
87
Turvey Park
128
Population
Charles Sturt University
433
Turvey Park
3,572
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 | Charles Sturt University | Turvey Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25.4/100 | 49.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | — | 78.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 49.5 / 1k | 119.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 59 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 87 | 128 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 28 |
| Population | 433 | 3,572 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | — | 7/10 |
Charles Sturt University reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; Turvey Park is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Charles Sturt University is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Turvey Park answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Choose Charles Sturt University if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Turvey Park for retirees and investors.