Overall score
Balwyn
61.1/100
Kew East
66.9/100
Balwyn vs Kew East, VIC Suburb Comparison
Kew East for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BalwynKew East
Crime rate
Balwyn
53.6 / 1k
Kew East
42.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Balwyn
433
Kew East
322
Population
Balwyn
13,495
Kew East
6,620
Metric leadBalwyn 7Kew East 42 tiedacross 13 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 | Balwyn | Kew East |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.1/100 | 66.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 43.6/100 | 40.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.6 / 1k | 42.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 7 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 47 | 42 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 92.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 433 | 322 |
| Planning activity | 119 | 82 |
| Green cover | 4.4% | 16.9% |
| Population | 13,495 | 6,620 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Balwyn is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Kew East is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Balwyn sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Kew East is closer to the city centre.
On the data, Balwyn is stronger for schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access; Kew East answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and overall desirability.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kew East, while Balwyn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.