Overall score
Werrington
46.7/100
Werrington Downs
37.0/100
Werrington vs Werrington Downs, NSW Suburb Comparison
Werrington for retirees and families; Werrington Downs for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
WerringtonWerrington Downs
Crime rate
Werrington
68.8 / 1k
Werrington Downs
68.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Werrington
241
Werrington Downs
31
Population
Werrington
5,328
Werrington Downs
3,221
Metric leadWerrington 8Werrington Downs 41 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 retireesWerrington
- Best for familiesWerrington
- Best for investmentWerrington Downs
- Best for best valueWerrington Downs
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 | Werrington | Werrington Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.7/100 | 37.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.3/100 | 52.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.8 / 1k | 68.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 9 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 59 | 28 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 241 | 31 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 2 |
| Green cover | 18.6% | 7.5% |
| Population | 5,328 | 3,221 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Werrington is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Werrington Downs is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand. Werrington sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Werrington Downs is further out with more breathing room.
Werrington tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Werrington Downs stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook.
Werrington suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Werrington Downs is the stronger match for retirees, families, and investors.
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.