Overall score
Glenhaven
43.9/100
North Kellyville
65.0/100
North Kellyville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Glenhaven
43.9/100
North Kellyville
65.0/100
Crime rate
Glenhaven
16.5 / 1k
North Kellyville
22.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenhaven
68
North Kellyville
92
Population
Glenhaven
6,619
North Kellyville
17,401
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 | Glenhaven | North Kellyville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.9/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.1/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.5 / 1k | 22.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 153 | 98 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 68 | 92 |
| Planning activity | 29 | 47 |
| Population | 6,619 | 17,401 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Glenhaven is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while North Kellyville is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Glenhaven pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas North Kellyville is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer North Kellyville, while Glenhaven remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.