Overall score
Rouse Hill
70.6/100
Tallawong
48.4/100
Rouse Hill vs Tallawong, NSW suburb comparison
Rouse Hill for retirees and families; Tallawong for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Rouse HillTallawong
Crime rate
Rouse Hill
22.5 / 1k
Tallawong
24.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Rouse Hill
318
Tallawong
131
Population
Rouse Hill
11,349
Tallawong
6,570
Metric leadRouse Hill 7Tallawong 31 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesRouse Hill
- Best for familiesRouse Hill
- Best for best valueRouse Hill
- Best for best schoolsTallawong
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 | Rouse Hill | Tallawong |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 70.6/100 | 48.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 24.9/100 | 29.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 22.5 / 1k | 24.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 11 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 241 | 64 |
| Walkability | 92.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 318 | 131 |
| Planning activity | 90 | 18 |
| Population | 11,349 | 6,570 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Rouse Hill is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap, and Tallawong is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Rouse Hill is stronger for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves; Tallawong answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Rouse Hill, while Tallawong remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.