Overall score
Greenwith
57.9/100
Surrey Downs
63.4/100
Surrey Downs for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Greenwith
57.9/100
Surrey Downs
63.4/100
Crime rate
Greenwith
19.8 / 1k
Surrey Downs
39.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Greenwith
135
Surrey Downs
84
Population
Greenwith
10,103
Surrey Downs
3,358
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 | Greenwith | Surrey Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.9/100 | 63.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.8/100 | 74.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.8 / 1k | 39.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 25 |
| Walkability | 74.0/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 135 | 84 |
| Planning activity | 57 | 54 |
| Population | 10,103 | 3,358 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Greenwith is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Surrey Downs is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Greenwith tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, while Surrey Downs stands out for housing affordability and overall desirability.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Surrey Downs, while Greenwith remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.