Overall score
Narwee
52.4/100
Wiley Park
46.3/100
Narwee for retirees and investment; Wiley Park for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Narwee
52.4/100
Wiley Park
46.3/100
Crime rate
Narwee
42.5 / 1k
Wiley Park
42.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Narwee
85
Wiley Park
85
Population
Narwee
5,411
Wiley Park
10,016
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 | Narwee | Wiley Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.4/100 | 46.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 25.1/100 | 15.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 42.5 / 1k | 42.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 19 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 65 | 48 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 85 | 85 |
| Planning activity | 11 | 2 |
| Population | 5,411 | 10,016 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 2/10 |
Narwee reads as a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby; Wiley Park is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Narwee pulls ahead on housing affordability and parks and reserves, whereas Wiley Park is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook. Narwee generally means more sought-after housing, while Wiley Park leans toward more approachable housing costs.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Narwee, while Wiley Park remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.