Overall score
Gillen
52.0/100
Ilparpa
34.6/100
Gillen for schools; Ilparpa for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gillen
52.0/100
Ilparpa
34.6/100
Nearby amenities
Gillen
77
Ilparpa
0
Population
Gillen
4,466
Ilparpa
542
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.
Put side by side, Gillen is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, and Ilparpa is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
On the data, Gillen is stronger for a quieter safety profile and public transport access; Ilparpa answers with housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Households prioritising schools may find Gillen the better fit, while families and investors are more likely to prefer Ilparpa.