Overall score
Aldavilla
27.6/100
West Kempsey
52.4/100
Aldavilla vs West Kempsey, NSW suburb comparison
West Kempsey for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AldavillaWest Kempsey
Crime rate
Aldavilla
163.9 / 1k
West Kempsey
164.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Aldavilla
8
West Kempsey
166
Population
Aldavilla
1,443
West Kempsey
5,073
Metric leadAldavilla 4West Kempsey 5across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesWest Kempsey
- Best for investmentWest Kempsey
- Best for best valueWest Kempsey
- Best for best schoolsWest Kempsey
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 | Aldavilla | West Kempsey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 27.6/100 | 52.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 80.9/100 | 77.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 163.9 / 1k | 164.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 140 |
| Walkability | 25.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 8 | 166 |
| Planning activity | 2 | 14 |
| Population | 1,443 | 5,073 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Aldavilla reads as a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe; West Kempsey is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
Aldavilla pulls ahead on housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook, whereas West Kempsey is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer West Kempsey, while Aldavilla remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.