Overall score
Glebe
45.7/100
Lenah Valley
53.6/100
Glebe for families and schools; Lenah Valley for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Glebe
45.7/100
Lenah Valley
53.6/100
Crime rate
Glebe
8026.4 / 1k
Lenah Valley
779.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glebe
3
Lenah Valley
53
Population
Glebe
570
Lenah Valley
6,522
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.
| Category | Glebe | Lenah Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.7/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 10.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 8026.4 / 1k | 779.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | — | 44 |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 3 | 53 |
| Population | 570 | 6,522 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Glebe reads as a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel; Lenah Valley is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood. Lenah Valley sits among greener hillside streets, while Glebe keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Glebe tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Lenah Valley stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Lenah Valley, while Glebe remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.