Overall score
Bonnet Bay
55.2/100
Kareela
59.5/100
Bonnet Bay vs Kareela, NSW suburb comparison
Kareela for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bonnet BayKareela
Crime rate
Bonnet Bay
31.6 / 1k
Kareela
70.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bonnet Bay
84
Kareela
80
Population
Bonnet Bay
2,238
Kareela
3,572
Metric leadBonnet Bay 6Kareela 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 investmentKareela
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 | Bonnet Bay | Kareela |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.2/100 | 59.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.6/100 | 42.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.6 / 1k | 70.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 12 |
| Parks & reserves | 6 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 72 | 47 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 84 | 80 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 10 |
| Population | 2,238 | 3,572 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Bonnet Bay is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Kareela is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Bonnet Bay tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Kareela stands out for schools and education options and walkability.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Kareela, while Bonnet Bay remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.