Greystanes vs Smithfield
The verdict
Smithfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.27M versus $1.47M in Greystanes. Greystanes rates higher for transport (70 vs 59). Smithfield rates higher for liveability (82 vs 76). Smithfield is closer to the coast (23.7 km vs 24.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Greystanes rates higher (94 vs 73/100 in Smithfield).
Scores
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 68 | 63 |
| Transport | 70 | 59 |
| Education | 56 | 46 |
| Liveability | 76 | 82 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,511 | 13,160 |
| Median age | 39 | 38 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,930 | $1,300 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 35.4% | 27.2% |
| Born in Australia | 62.9% | 42.4% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 3.1 |
Growth: Greystanes Stable · Smithfield Stable
Property
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.47M | $1.27M |
| Median unit price | $888K | $980K |
| House price YoY | 20.8% | 4.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $750 | $750 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 36 | 36 |
Median price history
Safety
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 94 | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 102 | 76 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 72 | 334 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 285 | 289 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,641 | 5,395 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 8 | 4 |
| Government | 6 | 2 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,026 | 955 |
See the full school list on each profile: Greystanes · Smithfield
Transport
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 70 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 182 | 124 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 87 | 87 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.8 km | 3.2 km |
Liveability
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.8°C | 28.8°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.8°C | 17.8°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 920 | 920 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 4 | 1 |
| Parks | 45 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | 33 | 6 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 24.7 km | 23.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 24.9 km | 25.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 4.7 km | 3.4 km |
Population & growth
| Greystanes | Smithfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 23,511 | 13,160 |
| Estimated 2025 | 23,909 | 13,160 |
| Projected 2041 | 24,780 | 13,870 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.42% | 0.00% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Greystanes or Smithfield?
Greystanes has the higher residential safety score (Greystanes 94/100 vs Smithfield 73/100).
Which is more affordable, Greystanes or Smithfield?
Smithfield is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.27M versus $1.47M.
Which has better schools, Greystanes or Smithfield?
Greystanes has a higher average school ICSEA (Greystanes 1026 vs Smithfield 955; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Greystanes or Smithfield?
Greystanes has the higher transport score (Greystanes 70/100 vs Smithfield 59/100).
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