Overall score
Dural
59.2/100
Galston
51.8/100
Dural vs Galston, NSW suburb comparison
Dural for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DuralGalston
Crime rate
Dural
30.5 / 1k
Galston
16.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dural
79
Galston
9
Population
Dural
7,900
Galston
3,195
Metric leadDural 8Galston 21 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.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Dural is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Galston is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city. Dural sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Galston is further out with more breathing room.
Dural pulls ahead on housing affordability and schools and education options, whereas Galston is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Dural, while Galston remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.