Overall score
Gilead
39.9/100
Rosemeadow
36.5/100
Gilead vs Rosemeadow, NSW Suburb Comparison
Gilead for retirees and investment; Rosemeadow for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GileadRosemeadow
Crime rate
Gilead
123.1 / 1k
Rosemeadow
123.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilead
3
Rosemeadow
64
Population
Gilead
882
Rosemeadow
8,007
Metric leadGilead 4Rosemeadow 62 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGilead
- Best for familiesRosemeadow
- Best for investmentGilead
- Best for best schoolsGilead
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 | Rosemeadow |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.9/100 | 36.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 84.3/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 123.1 / 1k | 123.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 4 | 60 |
| Walkability | 6.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 77 | 4 |
| Green cover | 31.5% | 9.5% |
| Population | 882 | 8,007 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Gilead is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, while Rosemeadow is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Gilead sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Rosemeadow is in a middle-ring position.
Gilead tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Rosemeadow stands out for parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Rosemeadow, while Gilead remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.