Overall score
Glenhaven
54.5/100
Norwest
64.6/100
Glenhaven vs Norwest, NSW Suburb Comparison
Glenhaven for retirees and investment; Norwest for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlenhavenNorwest
Crime rate
Glenhaven
16.5 / 1k
Norwest
22.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenhaven
70
Norwest
403
Population
Glenhaven
6,619
Norwest
4,688
Metric leadGlenhaven 6Norwest 43 tiedacross 13 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 | Glenhaven | Norwest |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.5/100 | 64.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.5/100 | 45.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.5 / 1k | 22.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 153 | 84 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 83.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 70 | 403 |
| Planning activity | 36 | 27 |
| Green cover | 14.8% | 4.8% |
| Population | 6,619 | 4,688 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Glenhaven is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Norwest is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Glenhaven tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves, while Norwest stands out for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability.
On balance, retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Norwest, while Glenhaven remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.