Overall score
Eveleigh
51.8/100
Glebe
65.3/100
Eveleigh vs Glebe, NSW suburb comparison
Glebe for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EveleighGlebe
Crime rate
Eveleigh
87.9 / 1k
Glebe
141.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Eveleigh
226
Glebe
497
Population
Eveleigh
606
Glebe
11,680
Metric leadEveleigh 4Glebe 7across 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 | Eveleigh | Glebe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.8/100 | 65.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 16.5/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 87.9 / 1k | 141.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 26 | 24 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 65 |
| Walkability | 85.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 226 | 497 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 41 |
| Population | 606 | 11,680 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Eveleigh reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Glebe is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Eveleigh pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Glebe is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glebe, while Eveleigh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.