Overall score
Clemton Park
37.7/100
Hurlstone Park
51.5/100
Clemton Park for families and value; Hurlstone Park for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clemton Park
37.7/100
Hurlstone Park
51.5/100
Crime rate
Clemton Park
23.8 / 1k
Hurlstone Park
32.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clemton Park
9
Hurlstone Park
132
Population
Clemton Park
1,676
Hurlstone Park
5,001
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 | Clemton Park | Hurlstone Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.7/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.1/100 | 19.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.8 / 1k | 32.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 17 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 48 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 132 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 22 |
| Population | 1,676 | 5,001 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 10/10 |
Clemton Park reads as a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city; Hurlstone Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Clemton Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Hurlstone Park is closer to the city centre.
Clemton Park tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Hurlstone Park stands out for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Families and value-focused buyers may find Clemton Park the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Hurlstone Park.