Fernleigh vs Teven, NSW suburb comparison

Fernleigh for retirees and families; Teven for investment and value.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

FernleighTeven

Overall score

Fernleigh

35.8/100

Teven

35.5/100

Crime rate

Fernleigh

22.3 / 1k

Teven

89.8 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Fernleigh

2

Teven

4

Population

Fernleigh

298

Teven

306

Metric leadFernleigh 3Teven 51 tiedacross 9 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.

CategoryFernleighTeven
Overall score35.8/10035.5/100
Housing (desirability)48.5/10061.5/100
Crime rate22.3 / 1k89.8 / 1k
Schools & preschools1
Parks & reserves1
Public transport stops2561
Walkability30.0/10030.0/100
Nearby amenities24
Planning activity31
Population298306
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/108/10

Comparison summary

Put side by side, Fernleigh is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, and Teven is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.

Fernleigh tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and overall desirability, while Teven stands out for housing affordability and public transport access.

Retirees and families may find Fernleigh the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Teven.

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