Overall score
Abermain
31.3/100
Kurri Kurri
35.8/100
Abermain for families and schools; Kurri Kurri for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Abermain
31.3/100
Kurri Kurri
35.8/100
Crime rate
Abermain
78.9 / 1k
Kurri Kurri
90.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Abermain
19
Kurri Kurri
90
Population
Abermain
2,544
Kurri Kurri
6,174
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Abermain | Kurri Kurri |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.3/100 | 35.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.5/100 | 72.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 78.9 / 1k | 90.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 6 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 43 | 86 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 19 | 90 |
| Planning activity | 25 | 42 |
| Green cover | 10.9% | 4.3% |
| Population | 2,544 | 6,174 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Abermain reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; Kurri Kurri is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Abermain sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Kurri Kurri is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Abermain is stronger for a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook; Kurri Kurri answers with schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access.
Abermain suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Kurri Kurri is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.
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.