Overall score
Buttaba
35.7/100
Kilaben Bay
46.9/100
Buttaba vs Kilaben Bay, NSW Suburb Comparison
Buttaba for schools; Kilaben Bay for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ButtabaKilaben Bay
Crime rate
Buttaba
80.8 / 1k
Kilaben Bay
81.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Buttaba
5
Kilaben Bay
23
Population
Buttaba
1,204
Kilaben Bay
1,516
Metric leadButtaba 1Kilaben Bay 101 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 retireesKilaben Bay
- Best for familiesKilaben Bay
- Best for investmentKilaben Bay
- Best for best valueKilaben Bay
- Best for best schoolsButtaba
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 | Buttaba | Kilaben Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.7/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.2/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.8 / 1k | 81.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 38 |
| Walkability | 28.5/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 5 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 8 |
| Green cover | 2.7% | 36.5% |
| Population | 1,204 | 1,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Buttaba 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, Buttaba is stronger for a quieter safety profile; Kilaben Bay answers with housing affordability, schools and education options, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kilaben Bay, while Buttaba 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.