Overall score
Griffith
67.3/100
Leeton
46.9/100
Griffith vs Leeton, NSW suburb comparison
Griffith for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
GriffithLeeton
Crime rate
Griffith
110.4 / 1k
Leeton
108.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Griffith
305
Leeton
0
Population
Griffith
19,505
Leeton
9,170
Metric leadGriffith 8Leeton 21 tiedacross 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 | Griffith | Leeton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 67.3/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 79.7/100 | 77.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 110.4 / 1k | 108.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 54 | 20 |
| Public transport stops | 761 | 459 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 305 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 120 | 75 |
| Population | 19,505 | 9,170 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Griffith is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Leeton is a slower-paced established suburb with open surrounds.
On the data, Griffith is stronger for housing affordability and schools and education options; Leeton answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Griffith, while Leeton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.