Overall score
Glenmore Park
70.3/100
South Penrith
63.5/100
Glenmore Park for retirees and families; South Penrith for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Glenmore Park
70.3/100
South Penrith
63.5/100
Crime rate
Glenmore Park
28.7 / 1k
South Penrith
154.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenmore Park
353
South Penrith
305
Population
Glenmore Park
25,021
South Penrith
12,005
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 | South Penrith |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.3/100 | 63.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 55.0/100 | 53.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.7 / 1k | 154.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 216 | 135 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 353 | 305 |
| Planning activity | 33 | 11 |
| Population | 25,021 | 12,005 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 5/10 |
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 and a quieter safety profile, while South Penrith stands out for parks and reserves and a calmer planning outlook.
Glenmore Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas South Penrith is the stronger match for investors.