Overall score
Glenroy
42.5/100
Lavington
65.7/100
Glenroy vs Lavington, NSW suburb comparison
Lavington for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GlenroyLavington
Crime rate
Glenroy
138.3 / 1k
Lavington
94.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Glenroy
29
Lavington
113
Population
Glenroy
3,528
Lavington
13,073
Metric leadGlenroy 3Lavington 8across 11 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 | Glenroy | Lavington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.5/100 | 65.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 79.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 138.3 / 1k | 94.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 66 | 310 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 73.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 29 | 113 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 37 |
| Population | 3,528 | 13,073 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Glenroy reads as a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote; Lavington is a regional established suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Glenroy pulls ahead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, whereas Lavington is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves. On housing, Glenroy sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Lavington.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Lavington, while Glenroy remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.