Overall score
Annangrove
36.6/100
Kenthurst
46.0/100
Annangrove vs Kenthurst, NSW suburb comparison
Kenthurst for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AnnangroveKenthurst
Crime rate
Annangrove
16.9 / 1k
Kenthurst
16.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Annangrove
17
Kenthurst
25
Population
Annangrove
1,472
Kenthurst
5,313
Metric leadAnnangrove 2Kenthurst 71 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Annangrove | Kenthurst |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.6/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.1/100 | 45.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 16.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 85 | 217 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 17 | 25 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 39 |
| Population | 1,472 | 5,313 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Annangrove is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, and Kenthurst is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote. Annangrove sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Kenthurst is within day-trip reach of the capital.
On the data, Annangrove is stronger for walkability and a calmer planning outlook; Kenthurst answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Kenthurst, while Annangrove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.