Overall score
Emerton
47.4/100
Plumpton
60.9/100
Emerton vs Plumpton, NSW suburb comparison
Plumpton for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EmertonPlumpton
Crime rate
Emerton
194.2 / 1k
Plumpton
42.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Emerton
101
Plumpton
172
Population
Emerton
2,295
Plumpton
10,070
Metric leadEmerton 3Plumpton 8across 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 | Emerton | Plumpton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.4/100 | 60.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 55.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.2 / 1k | 42.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 64 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 172 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 5 |
| Population | 2,295 | 10,070 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Emerton is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, while Plumpton is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Emerton tends to lead on walkability and a calmer planning outlook, while Plumpton stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Emerton sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Plumpton.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Plumpton, while Emerton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.