Overall score
Emu Plains
55.2/100
Penrith
53.9/100
Emu Plains vs Penrith, NSW Suburb Comparison
Emu Plains for investment and value; Penrith for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Emu PlainsPenrith
Crime rate
Emu Plains
154.3 / 1k
Penrith
154.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Emu Plains
404
Penrith
1,122
Population
Emu Plains
8,126
Penrith
17,966
Metric leadEmu Plains 5Penrith 44 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesPenrith
- Best for familiesPenrith
- Best for investmentEmu Plains
- Best for best valueEmu Plains
- Best for best schoolsPenrith
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 | Emu Plains | Penrith |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.2/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.1/100 | 53.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 154.3 / 1k | 154.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 23 |
| Public transport stops | 190 | 280 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 404 | 1,122 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 71 |
| Green cover | 11.3% | 11.1% |
| Population | 8,126 | 17,966 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Emu Plains reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Penrith is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Emu Plains tends to lead on housing affordability, a calmer planning outlook, and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Penrith stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Emu Plains suits retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Penrith is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
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.