Overall score
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Holmesville
38.2/100
Edgeworth for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Edgeworth
59.2/100
Holmesville
38.2/100
Crime rate
Edgeworth
64.6 / 1k
Holmesville
49.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Edgeworth
101
Holmesville
29
Population
Edgeworth
6,401
Holmesville
1,413
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 | Holmesville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 72.6/100 | 76.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 64.6 / 1k | 49.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 129 | 35 |
| Walkability | 78.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 29 |
| Planning activity | 54 | 7 |
| Population | 6,401 | 1,413 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Edgeworth reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Holmesville is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible. Edgeworth sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Holmesville is further out with more breathing room.
Edgeworth pulls ahead on public transport access and walkability, whereas Holmesville is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Edgeworth, while Holmesville remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.