Overall score
Lurnea
47.5/100
Miller
48.6/100
Lurnea vs Miller, NSW suburb comparison
Lurnea for value and schools; Miller for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
LurneaMiller
Crime rate
Lurnea
168.6 / 1k
Miller
73.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Lurnea
107
Miller
84
Population
Lurnea
10,057
Miller
3,374
Metric leadLurnea 5Miller 51 tiedacross 11 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 | Lurnea | Miller |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.5/100 | 48.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.4/100 | 31.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 168.6 / 1k | 73.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 11 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 127 | 61 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 107 | 84 |
| Planning activity | 8 | 7 |
| Population | 10,057 | 3,374 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Lurnea is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Miller is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Lurnea pulls ahead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, whereas Miller is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools may find Lurnea the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Miller.