Overall score
Concord West
62.3/100
Wareemba
40.9/100
Concord West for investment and value; Wareemba for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Concord West
62.3/100
Wareemba
40.9/100
Crime rate
Concord West
40.4 / 1k
Wareemba
34.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Concord West
224
Wareemba
22
Population
Concord West
6,178
Wareemba
1,519
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 | Concord West | Wareemba |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.3/100 | 40.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.7/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.4 / 1k | 34.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 58 | 10 |
| Walkability | 84.0/100 | 42.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 224 | 22 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 2 |
| Population | 6,178 | 1,519 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Concord West is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Wareemba is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Concord West sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Wareemba is closer to the city centre.
Concord West tends to lead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, while Wareemba stands out for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
Families and investors may find Concord West the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Wareemba.