Overall score
Clemton Park
37.7/100
Earlwood
66.0/100
Clemton Park vs Earlwood, NSW suburb comparison
Clemton Park for families and schools; 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
9
Earlwood
228
Population
Clemton Park
1,676
Earlwood
18,053
Metric leadClemton Park 2Earlwood 9across 11 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 valueEarlwood
- Best for best schoolsClemton Park
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 | 37.7/100 | 66.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.1/100 | 30.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.8 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 13 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 166 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 228 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 43 |
| Population | 1,676 | 18,053 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Clemton Park is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, 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 and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Earlwood, while Clemton Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.