Overall score
Emu Plains
55.2/100
Regentville
52.1/100
Emu Plains for retirees and value; Regentville for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Emu Plains
55.2/100
Regentville
52.1/100
Crime rate
Emu Plains
154.3 / 1k
Regentville
29.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Emu Plains
404
Regentville
56
Population
Emu Plains
8,126
Regentville
829
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 | Emu Plains | Regentville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.2/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.1/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 154.3 / 1k | 29.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 18 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 190 | 27 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 404 | 56 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 30 |
| Green cover | 11.3% | 17.4% |
| Population | 8,126 | 829 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Emu Plains is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Regentville is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Emu Plains is stronger for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Regentville answers with a quieter safety profile.
Choose Emu Plains if you are weighing investors and value-focused buyers; lean toward Regentville for 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.