Overall score
Georges Hall
59.5/100
Villawood
43.6/100
Georges Hall for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Georges Hall
59.5/100
Villawood
43.6/100
Crime rate
Georges Hall
29.4 / 1k
Villawood
116.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Georges Hall
156
Villawood
138
Population
Georges Hall
9,739
Villawood
7,051
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 | Georges Hall | Villawood |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.5/100 | 43.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.8/100 | 30.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.4 / 1k | 116.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 7 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 120 | 157 |
| Walkability | 36.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 156 | 138 |
| Planning activity | 15 | 6 |
| Population | 9,739 | 7,051 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Georges Hall is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Villawood is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Georges Hall is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Villawood answers with public transport access and walkability. On housing, Georges Hall sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Villawood.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Georges Hall, while Villawood remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.