Overall score
Penrith
53.9/100
Regentville
52.1/100
Penrith vs Regentville, NSW Suburb Comparison
Penrith for retirees and schools; Regentville for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
PenrithRegentville
Crime rate
Penrith
154.3 / 1k
Regentville
29.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Penrith
1,122
Regentville
56
Population
Penrith
17,966
Regentville
829
Metric leadPenrith 7Regentville 42 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 familiesRegentville
- Best for investmentRegentville
- Best for best schoolsPenrith
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 | Penrith | Regentville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53.9/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.1/100 | 21.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 154.3 / 1k | 29.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 23 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 280 | 27 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1,122 | 56 |
| Planning activity | 71 | 30 |
| Green cover | 11.1% | 17.4% |
| Population | 17,966 | 829 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Penrith is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Regentville is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Penrith tends to lead on parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability, while Regentville stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Penrith suits families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Regentville is the stronger match for retirees.
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.