Overall score
Elsmore
30.1/100
Gilgai
36.5/100
Elsmore vs Gilgai, NSW suburb comparison
Elsmore for retirees and families; Gilgai for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ElsmoreGilgai
Crime rate
Elsmore
118.5 / 1k
Gilgai
118.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Elsmore
10
Gilgai
2
Population
Elsmore
358
Gilgai
740
Metric leadElsmore 4Gilgai 6across 10 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
Elsmore is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Gilgai is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Elsmore tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook, while Gilgai stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Elsmore suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Gilgai is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.