Overall score
Hebersham
33.0/100
Shalvey
30.7/100
Hebersham for investment; Shalvey for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hebersham
33.0/100
Shalvey
30.7/100
Crime rate
Hebersham
194.4 / 1k
Shalvey
194.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hebersham
73
Shalvey
43
Population
Hebersham
5,643
Shalvey
3,455
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 | Hebersham | Shalvey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 33.0/100 | 30.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.8/100 | 40.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 194.4 / 1k | 194.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 20 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 60 |
| Walkability | 57.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 73 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 5 |
| Green cover | 9.4% | 32.3% |
| Population | 5,643 | 3,455 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Hebersham reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Shalvey is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Hebersham tends to lead on schools and education options, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Shalvey stands out for public transport access and a calmer planning outlook.
Hebersham suits investors more clearly, whereas Shalvey is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.