Overall score
Leonay
46.6/100
Mulgoa
53.2/100
Leonay vs Mulgoa, NSW Suburb Comparison
Leonay for investment and schools; Mulgoa for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LeonayMulgoa
Crime rate
Leonay
154.4 / 1k
Mulgoa
28.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Leonay
103
Mulgoa
28
Population
Leonay
2,582
Mulgoa
2,044
Metric leadLeonay 8Mulgoa 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 | Leonay | Mulgoa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.6/100 | 53.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 30.2/100 | 48.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 154.4 / 1k | 28.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 34 | 45 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 103 | 28 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 26 |
| Green cover | 18.3% | 9.0% |
| Population | 2,582 | 2,044 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Leonay is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Mulgoa is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood. Mulgoa sits among greener hillside streets, while Leonay keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Leonay pulls ahead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and walkability, whereas Mulgoa is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Leonay suits retirees more clearly, whereas Mulgoa is the stronger match for 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.