Overall score
Mulgoa
53.1/100
Regentville
37.7/100
Mulgoa for retirees and investment; Regentville for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Mulgoa
53.1/100
Regentville
37.7/100
Crime rate
Mulgoa
28.9 / 1k
Regentville
29.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mulgoa
28
Regentville
55
Population
Mulgoa
2,044
Regentville
829
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Mulgoa | Regentville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.1/100 | 37.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 62.1/100 | 28.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.9 / 1k | 29.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 45 | 27 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 28 | 55 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 30 |
| Population | 2,044 | 829 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 7/10 |
Mulgoa reads as a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood; Regentville is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Mulgoa sits among greener hillside streets, while Regentville keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Mulgoa pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Regentville is the better pick for nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mulgoa, while Regentville remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.