Overall score
Gilmore
46.0/100
Hume
26.7/100
Gilmore for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gilmore
46.0/100
Hume
26.7/100
Crime rate
Gilmore
16.9 / 1k
Hume
260.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gilmore
35
Hume
41
Population
Gilmore
2,706
Hume
395
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.
Gilmore reads as a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city; Hume is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Gilmore tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Hume stands out for nearby cafés and amenities. On housing, Gilmore sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Hume.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Gilmore, while Hume remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.