Overall score
Gilgai
36.5/100
Inverell
66.3/100
Gilgai vs Inverell, NSW suburb comparison
Inverell for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GilgaiInverell
Crime rate
Gilgai
118.7 / 1k
Inverell
119.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilgai
2
Inverell
284
Population
Gilgai
740
Inverell
12,057
Metric leadGilgai 3Inverell 8across 11 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.
| Category | Gilgai | Inverell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.5/100 | 66.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 83.8/100 | 78.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 118.7 / 1k | 119.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 15 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 191 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 284 |
| Planning activity | 22 | 49 |
| Population | 740 | 12,057 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Gilgai is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace, while Inverell is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Gilgai pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Inverell is the better pick for schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Inverell, while Gilgai remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.