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South Wentworthville vs Westmead

Two neighbouring Sydney suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. South Wentworthville scores higher on 4 of 10 measures.

South WentworthvilleWestmead
Active349
Safety3819
Wealth2143
Value2995
Parks7662
Cafés1376
Transit9150
Green space4240
Active & healthy1834
Schools nearby (OSM)2190
Median rent$450/wk $410/wk
Median house price (Jan–Mar 2026)$1,480,000$1,480,000
House sales this quarter129129
Population6,91316,555
Full profile South Wentworthville in full Westmead in full

Scores are percentiles across all 422 Sydney suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is South Wentworthville safer than Westmead?

South Wentworthville scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, South Wentworthville or Westmead?

South Wentworthville and Westmead have the same median house price.

Should I live in South Wentworthville or Westmead?

South Wentworthville scores higher on 4 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for South Wentworthville or Westmead.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Sydney suburbs →