Overall score
Bardwell Valley
47.3/100
Kyeemagh
45.7/100
Bardwell Valley vs Kyeemagh, NSW suburb comparison
Bardwell Valley for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bardwell ValleyKyeemagh
Crime rate
Bardwell Valley
26.5 / 1k
Kyeemagh
54.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bardwell Valley
24
Kyeemagh
64
Population
Bardwell Valley
2,344
Kyeemagh
935
Metric leadBardwell Valley 6Kyeemagh 41 tiedacross 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 retireesBardwell Valley
- Best for familiesBardwell Valley
- Best for investmentBardwell Valley
- Best for best schoolsBardwell Valley
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 | Bardwell Valley | Kyeemagh |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 41.9/100 | 41.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 26.5 / 1k | 54.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 15 | 31 |
| Walkability | 22.5/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 64 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 3 |
| Population | 2,344 | 935 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Bardwell Valley reads as a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city; Kyeemagh is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Bardwell Valley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Kyeemagh is closer to the city centre.
Bardwell Valley pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Kyeemagh is the better pick for parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Bardwell Valley, while Kyeemagh remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.