Overall score
Airport West
66.7/100
Keilor East
72.3/100
Airport West vs Keilor East, VIC suburb comparison
Keilor East for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Airport WestKeilor East
Crime rate
Airport West
126.8 / 1k
Keilor East
36.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Airport West
231
Keilor East
301
Population
Airport West
8,173
Keilor East
15,078
Metric leadAirport West 2Keilor East 9across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKeilor East
- Best for familiesKeilor East
- Best for best valueKeilor East
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 | Airport West | Keilor East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 66.7/100 | 72.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 29.9/100 | 54.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 126.8 / 1k | 36.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 24 |
| Public transport stops | 57 | 67 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 231 | 301 |
| Planning activity | 135 | 182 |
| Population | 8,173 | 15,078 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Airport West is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Keilor East is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Airport West is stronger for walkability and a calmer planning outlook; Keilor East answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Keilor East, while Airport West remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.