Overall score
Cliftleigh
39.6/100
Stanford Merthyr
30.3/100
Cliftleigh vs Stanford Merthyr, NSW suburb comparison
Cliftleigh for retirees and families; Stanford Merthyr for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CliftleighStanford Merthyr
Crime rate
Cliftleigh
46.2 / 1k
Stanford Merthyr
90.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cliftleigh
14
Stanford Merthyr
17
Population
Cliftleigh
2,309
Stanford Merthyr
575
Metric leadCliftleigh 6Stanford Merthyr 21 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesCliftleigh
- Best for familiesCliftleigh
- Best for investmentCliftleigh
- Best for best schoolsStanford Merthyr
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 | Cliftleigh | Stanford Merthyr |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.6/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 74.9/100 | 81.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.2 / 1k | 90.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 26 | 9 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 15.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 14 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 2 |
| Population | 2,309 | 575 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Cliftleigh is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Stanford Merthyr is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Cliftleigh tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Stanford Merthyr stands out for housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Cliftleigh sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Stanford Merthyr.
Cliftleigh suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Stanford Merthyr is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.