Overall score
Glenmore Park
70.3/100
Mulgoa
53.1/100
Glenmore Park for retirees and families; Mulgoa for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Glenmore Park
70.3/100
Mulgoa
53.1/100
Crime rate
Glenmore Park
28.7 / 1k
Mulgoa
28.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenmore Park
353
Mulgoa
28
Population
Glenmore Park
25,021
Mulgoa
2,044
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 | Glenmore Park | Mulgoa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.3/100 | 53.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.0/100 | 62.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.7 / 1k | 28.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 216 | 45 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 353 | 28 |
| Planning activity | 33 | 18 |
| Population | 25,021 | 2,044 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 9/10 |
Glenmore Park is a lively metro larger suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Mulgoa is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Mulgoa sits among greener hillside streets, while Glenmore Park keeps a flatter suburban layout.
On the data, Glenmore Park is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Mulgoa answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Retirees and families may find Glenmore Park the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Mulgoa.