Overall score
Cronulla
61.4/100
Kurnell
46.0/100
Cronulla vs Kurnell, NSW Suburb Comparison
Cronulla for retirees and beach lifestyle; Kurnell for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CronullaKurnell
Crime rate
Cronulla
50.1 / 1k
Kurnell
63.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cronulla
605
Kurnell
60
Population
Cronulla
17,899
Kurnell
2,528
Metric leadCronulla 9Kurnell 31 tiedacross 13 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.
| Category | Cronulla | Kurnell |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.4/100 | 46.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 67.4/100 | 48.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 50.1 / 1k | 63.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 135 | 73 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 605 | 60 |
| Planning activity | 86 | 22 |
| Green cover | 4.1% | 17.0% |
| Population | 17,899 | 2,528 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cronulla is a beachside established suburb where the coast sets the tone, and Kurnell is a coastal mid-sized suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
Cronulla tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, schools and education options, and public transport access, while Kurnell stands out for housing affordability, parks and reserves, and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Cronulla sits in a expensive band, compared with a gently premium feel in Kurnell.
Cronulla suits families, people chasing a beach lifestyle, and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Kurnell 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.