Overall score
Dural
59.2/100
Westleigh
54.2/100
Dural vs Westleigh, NSW suburb comparison
Dural for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
DuralWestleigh
Crime rate
Dural
30.5 / 1k
Westleigh
23.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dural
79
Westleigh
117
Population
Dural
7,900
Westleigh
4,501
Metric leadDural 6Westleigh 41 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 | Dural | Westleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 54.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.5/100 | 43.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 30.5 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 183 | 64 |
| Walkability | 59.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 79 | 117 |
| Planning activity | 37 | 12 |
| Population | 7,900 | 4,501 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Dural is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Westleigh is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Dural is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Westleigh answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Dural, while Westleigh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.