Overall score
Coal Point
46.4/100
Kilaben Bay
46.9/100
Coal Point vs Kilaben Bay, NSW Suburb Comparison
Coal Point for families and schools; Kilaben Bay for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Coal PointKilaben Bay
Crime rate
Coal Point
80.9 / 1k
Kilaben Bay
81.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Coal Point
18
Kilaben Bay
23
Population
Coal Point
1,749
Kilaben Bay
1,516
Metric leadCoal Point 4Kilaben Bay 72 tiedacross 13 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 familiesCoal Point
- Best for investmentKilaben Bay
- Best for best valueKilaben Bay
- Best for best schoolsCoal Point
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 | Coal Point | Kilaben Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.4/100 | 46.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.9/100 | 63.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 80.9 / 1k | 81.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 3 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 42 | 38 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 18 | 23 |
| Planning activity | 27 | 8 |
| Green cover | 20.6% | 36.5% |
| Population | 1,749 | 1,516 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Coal Point reads as a metro smaller community with a gently premium housing feel and familiar suburban calm; Kilaben Bay is a sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Coal Point tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and a larger local community, while Kilaben Bay stands out for housing affordability, schools and education options, and parks and reserves.
Coal Point suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Kilaben Bay is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.
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.