Overall score
Cherrybrook
63.5/100
Westleigh
61.2/100
Cherrybrook vs Westleigh, NSW Suburb Comparison
Cherrybrook for families; Westleigh for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CherrybrookWestleigh
Crime rate
Cherrybrook
12.0 / 1k
Westleigh
23.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cherrybrook
1,190
Westleigh
120
Population
Cherrybrook
19,082
Westleigh
4,501
Metric leadCherrybrook 8Westleigh 32 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesCherrybrook
- Best for investmentWestleigh
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 | Cherrybrook | Westleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.5/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.0/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 12.0 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 229 | 64 |
| Walkability | 76.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,190 | 120 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 15 |
| Green cover | 4.2% | 9.4% |
| Population | 19,082 | 4,501 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Cherrybrook reads as a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Westleigh is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Cherrybrook is stronger for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves; Westleigh answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Cherrybrook, while Westleigh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.