Overall score
Elland
33.5/100
Rushforth
33.2/100
Elland vs Rushforth, NSW Suburb Comparison
Elland for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EllandRushforth
Crime rate
Elland
111.1 / 1k
Rushforth
112.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elland
0
Rushforth
0
Population
Elland
331
Rushforth
285
Metric leadElland 7Rushforth 13 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for investmentElland
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 | Elland | Rushforth |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.5/100 | 33.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.8/100 | 58.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 111.1 / 1k | 112.6 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 64.0/100 | 64.0/100 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 14 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 21.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 1 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 331 | 285 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Elland is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Rushforth is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Elland tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability, while Rushforth stands out for a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, investors are more likely to prefer Elland, while Rushforth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.