South Wentworthville vs Westmead
The verdict
South Wentworthville is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.41M versus $1.93M in Westmead. Westmead rates higher for transport (99 vs 78). Westmead has a shorter estimated CBD commute (51 vs 80 min). On the separate residential safety score, South Wentworthville rates higher (77 vs 37/100 in Westmead).
Scores
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 79 | 94 |
| Transport | 78 | 99 |
| Education | 63 | 81 |
| Liveability | 95 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,913 | 16,555 |
| Median age | 35 | 33 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,793 | $2,144 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 42.6% | 70.7% |
| Born in Australia | 47.0% | 26.1% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 2.6 |
Growth: South Wentworthville Moderate Growth · Westmead High Growth
Property
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.41M | $1.93M |
| Median unit price | $679K | $587K |
| House price YoY | 8.5% | 6.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $720 | $720 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.6% | 2.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 67 | 39 |
Median price history
Safety
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 77 | 37 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 145 | 429 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 101 | 199 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 318 | 465 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,906 | 5,823 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 9 |
| Government | 0 | 4 |
| Independent | 0 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,091 |
See the full school list on each profile: South Wentworthville · Westmead
Transport
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 78 | 99 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 63 | 38 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 3 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 80 | 51 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.6 km | 160 m |
Liveability
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 15 |
| Parks | 12 | 17 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 11 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 6 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 23.0 km | 22.8 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 22.6 km | 21.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.6 km | 670 m |
Population & growth
| South Wentworthville | Westmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,913 | 16,555 |
| Estimated 2025 | 7,247 | 18,134 |
| Projected 2041 | 8,042 | 21,727 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.19% | 2.30% |
Common questions
Which is safer, South Wentworthville or Westmead?
South Wentworthville has the higher residential safety score (South Wentworthville 77/100 vs Westmead 37/100).
Which is more affordable, South Wentworthville or Westmead?
South Wentworthville is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.41M versus $1.93M.
Which has better public transport, South Wentworthville or Westmead?
Westmead has the higher transport score (South Wentworthville 78/100 vs Westmead 99/100).
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