Overall score
Parramatta
54.7/100
Penrith
53.9/100
Parramatta vs Penrith, NSW Suburb Comparison
Parramatta for investment and schools; Penrith for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ParramattaPenrith
Crime rate
Parramatta
245.3 / 1k
Penrith
154.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Parramatta
1,681
Penrith
1,122
Population
Parramatta
30,211
Penrith
17,966
Metric leadParramatta 6Penrith 52 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 retireesPenrith
- Best for familiesPenrith
- Best for investmentParramatta
- Best for best valuePenrith
- Best for best schoolsParramatta
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 | Parramatta | Penrith |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.7/100 | 53.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.9/100 | 53.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 245.3 / 1k | 154.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 24 | 23 |
| Public transport stops | 215 | 280 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,681 | 1,122 |
| Planning activity | 82 | 71 |
| Green cover | 9.7% | 11.1% |
| Population | 30,211 | 17,966 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Parramatta reads as a well-serviced metro larger suburb with plenty happening nearby; Penrith is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Parramatta tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and nearby cafés and amenities, while Penrith stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Choose Parramatta if you are weighing retirees; lean toward Penrith for families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.