Overall score
Glenorie
51.6/100
Middle Dural
38.5/100
Glenorie vs Middle Dural, NSW suburb comparison
Glenorie for investment and value; Middle Dural for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlenorieMiddle Dural
Crime rate
Glenorie
25.3 / 1k
Middle Dural
31.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenorie
0
Middle Dural
15
Population
Glenorie
3,792
Middle Dural
1,040
Metric leadGlenorie 6Middle Dural 22 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMiddle Dural
- Best for familiesMiddle Dural
- Best for investmentGlenorie
- Best for best valueGlenorie
- Best for best schoolsGlenorie
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 | Glenorie | Middle Dural |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.6/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 81.0/100 | 38.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 25.3 / 1k | 31.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | — |
| Public transport stops | 93 | 34 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 1 |
| Population | 3,792 | 1,040 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Glenorie reads as a hillside mid-sized suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace; Middle Dural is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm. Glenorie sits among greener hillside streets, while Middle Dural keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Glenorie tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Middle Dural stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Glenorie the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Middle Dural.