Overall score
Emerton
47.4/100
Willmot
40.1/100
Emerton for value; Willmot for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Emerton
47.4/100
Willmot
40.1/100
Crime rate
Emerton
194.2 / 1k
Willmot
194.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Emerton
101
Willmot
34
Population
Emerton
2,295
Willmot
2,382
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 | Emerton | Willmot |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.4/100 | 40.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.5/100 | 47.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.2 / 1k | 194.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 42 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 101 | 34 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 22 |
| Population | 2,295 | 2,382 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Emerton is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap, while Willmot is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm. Emerton sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Willmot is further out with more breathing room.
Emerton tends to lead on schools and education options and walkability, while Willmot stands out for public transport access and a larger local community.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Emerton, while Willmot remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.