Overall score
Chigwell
45.3/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Claremont for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Chigwell
45.3/100
Claremont
53.6/100
Crime rate
Chigwell
1796.3 / 1k
Claremont
449.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chigwell
40
Claremont
42
Population
Chigwell
2,050
Claremont
8,397
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.
Chigwell reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Claremont is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. Chigwell sits among greener hillside streets, while Claremont keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Chigwell is stronger for relatively affordable housing and accessible rental prices; Claremont answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Claremont, while Chigwell remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.