Overall score
Arcadia Vale
42.8/100
Kilaben Bay
46.9/100
Arcadia Vale vs Kilaben Bay, NSW Suburb Comparison
Arcadia Vale for families and schools; Kilaben Bay for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Arcadia ValeKilaben Bay
Crime rate
Arcadia Vale
81.1 / 1k
Kilaben Bay
81.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Arcadia Vale
27
Kilaben Bay
23
Population
Arcadia Vale
1,431
Kilaben Bay
1,516
Metric leadArcadia Vale 2Kilaben Bay 83 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesArcadia Vale
- Best for investmentKilaben Bay
- Best for best valueKilaben Bay
- Best for best schoolsArcadia Vale
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 | Arcadia Vale | Kilaben Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.8/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.8/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 81.1 / 1k | 81.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 38 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 27 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 8 |
| Green cover | 34.1% | 36.5% |
| Population | 1,431 | 1,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Arcadia Vale reads as a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand; Kilaben Bay is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Arcadia Vale tends to lead on parks and reserves, plus nearby cafés and amenities, while Kilaben Bay stands out for housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access.
Families may find Arcadia Vale the better fit, while retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kilaben Bay.
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.