Overall score
Burnside
49.3/100
Kensington Park
53.6/100
Burnside vs Kensington Park, SA suburb comparison
Burnside for retirees and families; Kensington Park for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
BurnsideKensington Park
Crime rate
Burnside
11.1 / 1k
Kensington Park
24.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Burnside
70
Kensington Park
129
Population
Burnside
3,060
Kensington Park
2,627
Metric leadBurnside 4Kensington Park 41 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesBurnside
- Best for familiesBurnside
- Best for investmentBurnside
- Best for best schoolsKensington Park
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 | Burnside | Kensington Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49.3/100 | 53.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 21.8/100 | 22.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 11.1 / 1k | 24.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 18 | 14 |
| Walkability | 35.0/100 | 71.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 70 | 129 |
| Planning activity | 31 | 39 |
| Population | 3,060 | 2,627 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Burnside is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Kensington Park is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Burnside pulls ahead on public transport access and a larger local community, whereas Kensington Park is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Burnside suits investors more clearly, whereas Kensington Park is the stronger match for families and value-focused buyers.