Overall score
Congupna
36.6/100
Katandra West
43.4/100
Congupna vs Katandra West, VIC Suburb Comparison
Congupna for schools; Katandra West for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CongupnaKatandra West
Crime rate
Congupna
66.7 / 1k
Katandra West
4.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Congupna
4
Katandra West
1
Population
Congupna
620
Katandra West
492
Metric leadCongupna 4Katandra West 35 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 retireesKatandra West
- Best for familiesKatandra West
- Best for best valueKatandra West
- Best for best schoolsCongupna
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 | Congupna | Katandra West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 36.6/100 | 43.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 47.0/100 | 50.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 66.7 / 1k | 4.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 13.4/100 | 13.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | — |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 10 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 620 | 492 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Congupna is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Katandra West is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Congupna tends to lead on walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and a larger local community, while Katandra West stands out for a quieter safety profile and overall desirability. On housing, Congupna sits in a gently premium band, compared with a affordable feel in Katandra West.
Congupna suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Katandra West is the stronger match for retirees, families, 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.