Overall score
Hornsby
64.1/100
Westleigh
61.2/100
Hornsby vs Westleigh, NSW Suburb Comparison
Hornsby for retirees; Westleigh for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HornsbyWestleigh
Crime rate
Hornsby
66.0 / 1k
Westleigh
23.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hornsby
917
Westleigh
120
Population
Hornsby
22,462
Westleigh
4,501
Metric leadHornsby 8Westleigh 41 tiedacross 13 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 | Hornsby | Westleigh |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.1/100 | 61.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.2/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.0 / 1k | 23.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 239 | 64 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 917 | 120 |
| Planning activity | 43 | 15 |
| Green cover | 3.8% | 9.4% |
| Population | 22,462 | 4,501 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Hornsby reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Westleigh is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Hornsby tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Westleigh stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Choose Hornsby if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Westleigh for retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.