Overall score
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Glendale
62.3/100
Glendale for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Glendale
62.3/100
Crime rate
Edgeworth
64.6 / 1k
Glendale
64.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Edgeworth
101
Glendale
143
Population
Edgeworth
6,401
Glendale
3,260
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 | Edgeworth | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 62.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.6/100 | 72.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 64.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 129 | 106 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 143 |
| Planning activity | 53 | 24 |
| Population | 6,401 | 3,260 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Edgeworth reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Glendale is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Edgeworth pulls ahead on parks and reserves and public transport access, whereas Glendale is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glendale, while Edgeworth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.