Overall score
Chigwell
45.3/100
Collinsvale
25.2/100
Chigwell for investment and value; Collinsvale for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Chigwell
45.3/100
Collinsvale
25.2/100
Crime rate
Chigwell
1796.3 / 1k
Collinsvale
6062.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Chigwell
40
Collinsvale
1
Population
Chigwell
2,050
Collinsvale
631
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 | Chigwell | Collinsvale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.3/100 | 25.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 4.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 1796.3 / 1k | 6062.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | — |
| Walkability | 19.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 40 | 1 |
| Population | 2,050 | 631 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 5/10 |
Chigwell reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Collinsvale is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Chigwell sits among greener hillside streets, while Collinsvale keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Chigwell pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Collinsvale is the better pick for stronger socioeconomic advantage. Chigwell generally means more approachable housing costs, while Collinsvale leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Chigwell suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Collinsvale is the stronger match for retirees and families.