Overall score
Condon
39.2/100
Kelso
36.2/100
Condon vs Kelso, QLD suburb comparison
Condon for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CondonKelso
Crime rate
Condon
68.2 / 1k
Kelso
68.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Condon
19
Kelso
8
Population
Condon
5,894
Kelso
10,599
Metric leadCondon 5Kelso 22 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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.
Comparison summary
Condon is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Kelso is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Condon tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Kelso stands out for parks and reserves and a larger local community.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Condon, while Kelso remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.