Overall score
Clemton Park
37.7/100
Roselands
53.2/100
Clemton Park vs Roselands, NSW suburb comparison
Clemton Park for retirees and families; Roselands for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Clemton ParkRoselands
Crime rate
Clemton Park
23.8 / 1k
Roselands
53.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clemton Park
9
Roselands
147
Population
Clemton Park
1,676
Roselands
12,356
Metric leadClemton Park 3Roselands 8across 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 retireesClemton Park
- Best for familiesClemton Park
- Best for investmentRoselands
- 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 | Roselands |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 37.7/100 | 53.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.1/100 | 24.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 23.8 / 1k | 53.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 16 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 150 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 9 | 147 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 19 |
| Population | 1,676 | 12,356 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Clemton Park is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Roselands is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Clemton Park pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Roselands is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
Clemton Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Roselands is the stronger match for investors and households prioritising schools.