Overall score
Lochinvar
44.2/100
Rutherford
39.9/100
Lochinvar vs Rutherford, NSW Suburb Comparison
Lochinvar for retirees and families; Rutherford for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LochinvarRutherford
Crime rate
Lochinvar
46.7 / 1k
Rutherford
95.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lochinvar
41
Rutherford
376
Population
Lochinvar
1,095
Rutherford
13,091
Metric leadLochinvar 4Rutherford 72 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesLochinvar
- Best for familiesLochinvar
- Best for investmentRutherford
- Best for best valueRutherford
- Best for best schoolsLochinvar
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 | Lochinvar | Rutherford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.2/100 | 39.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.3/100 | 64.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.7 / 1k | 95.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 57 | 262 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 376 |
| Planning activity | 77 | 61 |
| Green cover | 6.1% | 4.5% |
| Population | 1,095 | 13,091 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lochinvar is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Rutherford is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Lochinvar sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Rutherford is in a middle-ring position.
Lochinvar pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Rutherford is the better pick for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Retirees may find Lochinvar the better fit, while families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Rutherford.
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.