Overall score
Lochinvar
48.8/100
Rutherford
61.7/100
Lochinvar vs Rutherford, NSW suburb comparison
Lochinvar for retirees; Rutherford for families 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
40
Rutherford
375
Population
Lochinvar
1,095
Rutherford
13,091
Metric leadLochinvar 2Rutherford 81 tiedacross 11 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 familiesRutherford
- Best for best valueRutherford
- Best for best schoolsRutherford
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 | 48.8/100 | 61.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 59.4/100 | 76.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 46.7 / 1k | 95.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 57 | 262 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 40 | 375 |
| Planning activity | 69 | 57 |
| 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 a calmer planning outlook, whereas Rutherford is the better pick for housing affordability and parks and reserves. On housing, Lochinvar sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Rutherford.
Retirees may find Lochinvar the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Rutherford.