Overall score
Drummond Cove
43.5/100
Glenfield
35.9/100
Drummond Cove for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Drummond Cove
43.5/100
Glenfield
35.9/100
Crime rate
Drummond Cove
4072.2 / 1k
Glenfield
6462.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Drummond Cove
2
Glenfield
1
Population
Drummond Cove
1,605
Glenfield
1,009
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 | Drummond Cove | Glenfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.5/100 | 35.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 69.6/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 4072.2 / 1k | 6462.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 20 | 16 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 24.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 1 |
| Population | 1,605 | 1,009 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Drummond Cove is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living, while Glenfield is a coastal smaller community shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Drummond Cove tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Glenfield stands out for easy access to the coast and improving crime trends.
Retirees and families may find Drummond Cove the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Glenfield.