Overall score
Dharruk
42.7/100
Plumpton
60.9/100
Dharruk vs Plumpton, NSW suburb comparison
Dharruk for families; Plumpton for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DharrukPlumpton
Crime rate
Dharruk
194.5 / 1k
Plumpton
42.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dharruk
44
Plumpton
172
Population
Dharruk
2,806
Plumpton
10,070
Metric leadDharruk 3Plumpton 71 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Dharruk | Plumpton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.7/100 | 60.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.6/100 | 55.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.5 / 1k | 42.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 22 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 64 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 44 | 172 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 5 |
| Population | 2,806 | 10,070 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dharruk is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Plumpton is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Dharruk is stronger for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook; Plumpton answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options. Dharruk generally means more approachable housing costs, while Plumpton leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Plumpton, while Dharruk remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.