Overall score
Fairview Park
63.9/100
Greenwith
57.9/100
Fairview Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Fairview Park
63.9/100
Greenwith
57.9/100
Crime rate
Fairview Park
17.7 / 1k
Greenwith
19.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Fairview Park
78
Greenwith
135
Population
Fairview Park
3,792
Greenwith
10,103
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 | Fairview Park | Greenwith |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.9/100 | 57.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 73.2/100 | 67.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 17.7 / 1k | 19.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 24 | 48 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 78 | 135 |
| Planning activity | 47 | 56 |
| Population | 3,792 | 10,103 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Fairview Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Greenwith is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Fairview Park pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Greenwith is the better pick for public transport access and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Fairview Park, while Greenwith remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.