Overall score
Bolton Point
30.6/100
Kilaben Bay
38.4/100
Bolton Point vs Kilaben Bay, NSW suburb comparison
Kilaben Bay for retirees and families.
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
25
Kilaben Bay
22
Population
Bolton Point
2,124
Kilaben Bay
1,516
Metric leadBolton Point 3Kilaben Bay 52 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKilaben Bay
- 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 | 30.6/100 | 38.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 57.9/100 | 74.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 81.1 / 1k | 81.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 36 | 38 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 22 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 8 |
| Population | 2,124 | 1,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bolton Point is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, and Kilaben Bay is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city.
On the data, Bolton Point is stronger for nearby cafés and amenities and a larger local community; Kilaben Bay answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. On housing, Bolton Point sits in a affordable band, compared with a expensive feel in Kilaben Bay.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kilaben Bay, while Bolton Point remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.