Overall score
Glenmore Park
58.5/100
South Penrith
47.2/100
Glenmore Park vs South Penrith, NSW Suburb Comparison
Glenmore Park for retirees and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Glenmore ParkSouth Penrith
Crime rate
Glenmore Park
28.7 / 1k
South Penrith
154.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenmore Park
378
South Penrith
311
Population
Glenmore Park
25,021
South Penrith
12,005
Metric leadGlenmore Park 7South Penrith 51 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesGlenmore Park
- Best for best schoolsGlenmore Park
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 | Glenmore Park | South Penrith |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.5/100 | 47.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.8/100 | 58.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.7 / 1k | 154.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 12 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 216 | 135 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 378 | 311 |
| Planning activity | 40 | 16 |
| Green cover | 7.9% | 16.6% |
| Population | 25,021 | 12,005 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Glenmore Park is a lively metro larger suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and South Penrith is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Glenmore Park tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access, while South Penrith stands out for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and a calmer planning outlook.
Glenmore Park suits retirees, families, and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas South Penrith is the stronger match for investors.
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.