Overall score
Enmore
48.4/100
Leichhardt
70.0/100
Leichhardt for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Enmore
48.4/100
Leichhardt
70.0/100
Crime rate
Enmore
117.7 / 1k
Leichhardt
51.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Enmore
82
Leichhardt
301
Population
Enmore
3,871
Leichhardt
15,158
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 | Enmore | Leichhardt |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.4/100 | 70.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 14.9/100 | 15.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 117.7 / 1k | 51.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 28 | 25 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 6 | 98 |
| Walkability | 79.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 82 | 301 |
| Planning activity | 16 | 68 |
| Population | 3,871 | 15,158 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Put side by side, Enmore is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Leichhardt is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Enmore tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while Leichhardt stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Leichhardt, while Enmore remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.