Overall score
Clontarf
65.6/100
Kippa-Ring
57.5/100
Clontarf for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Clontarf
65.6/100
Kippa-Ring
57.5/100
Crime rate
Clontarf
53.0 / 1k
Kippa-Ring
92.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Clontarf
222
Kippa-Ring
226
Population
Clontarf
8,446
Kippa-Ring
9,745
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Clontarf | Kippa-Ring |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 65.6/100 | 57.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 94.9/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.0 / 1k | 92.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | 12 |
| Public transport stops | 37 | 41 |
| Walkability | 90.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 222 | 226 |
| Population | 8,446 | 9,745 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Clontarf reads as a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone; Kippa-Ring is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Where Clontarf is shaped by the coast, Kippa-Ring offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
On the data, Clontarf is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Kippa-Ring answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Clontarf, while Kippa-Ring remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.