Overall score
Clemton Park
43.2/100
Earlwood
63.3/100
Clemton Park vs Earlwood, NSW Suburb Comparison
Clemton Park for families; Earlwood for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Clemton ParkEarlwood
Crime rate
Clemton Park
23.8 / 1k
Earlwood
23.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clemton Park
12
Earlwood
250
Population
Clemton Park
1,676
Earlwood
18,053
Metric leadClemton Park 2Earlwood 101 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 retireesEarlwood
- Best for familiesClemton Park
- Best for investmentEarlwood
- Best for best schoolsEarlwood
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 | Clemton Park | Earlwood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.2/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.5/100 | 42.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.8 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 14 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 166 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 12 | 250 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 47 |
| Green cover | 4.7% | 17.8% |
| Population | 1,676 | 18,053 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Clemton Park is a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm, while Earlwood is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Clemton Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Earlwood is closer to the city centre.
Clemton Park tends to lead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, while Earlwood stands out for a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
Clemton Park suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Earlwood is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.