Overall score
Gilead
24.7/100
Glen Alpine
52.7/100
Gilead vs Glen Alpine, NSW suburb comparison
Glen Alpine for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GileadGlen Alpine
Crime rate
Gilead
123.1 / 1k
Glen Alpine
14.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilead
2
Glen Alpine
36
Population
Gilead
882
Glen Alpine
4,429
Metric leadGilead 0Glen Alpine 10across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGlen Alpine
- Best for familiesGlen Alpine
- Best for investmentGlen Alpine
- Best for best valueGlen Alpine
- Best for best schoolsGlen Alpine
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 | Gilead | Glen Alpine |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 24.7/100 | 52.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 61.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.1 / 1k | 14.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 68 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 36 |
| Planning activity | 59 | 4 |
| Population | 882 | 4,429 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Gilead is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Glen Alpine is a settled metro mid-sized suburb that balances access with everyday calm.
Gilead tends to lead on relatively affordable housing and a mature, settled community, while Glen Alpine stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Gilead sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Glen Alpine.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Glen Alpine, while Gilead remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.