Overall score
Bolton Point
32.2/100
Kilaben Bay
46.9/100
Bolton Point vs Kilaben Bay, NSW Suburb Comparison
Kilaben Bay for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bolton PointKilaben Bay
Crime rate
Bolton Point
81.1 / 1k
Kilaben Bay
81.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bolton Point
26
Kilaben Bay
23
Population
Bolton Point
2,124
Kilaben Bay
1,516
Metric leadBolton Point 3Kilaben Bay 63 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesKilaben Bay
- Best for investmentKilaben Bay
- Best for best valueKilaben Bay
- Best for best schoolsKilaben Bay
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 | Bolton Point | Kilaben Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.2/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.5/100 | 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 | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 38 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 8 |
| Green cover | 9.4% | 36.5% |
| Population | 2,124 | 1,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bolton Point is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand, and Kilaben Bay is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
On the data, Bolton Point is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities, a calmer planning outlook, and a larger local community; Kilaben Bay answers with housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kilaben Bay, while Bolton Point 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.