Overall score
Croydon Park
51.8/100
Kilburn
52.4/100
Croydon Park for investment and value; Kilburn for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Croydon Park
51.8/100
Kilburn
52.4/100
Crime rate
Croydon Park
74.1 / 1k
Kilburn
118.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Croydon Park
108
Kilburn
210
Population
Croydon Park
4,230
Kilburn
5,633
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 | Croydon Park | Kilburn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51.8/100 | 52.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.1/100 | 27.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 74.1 / 1k | 118.4 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 17 | 28 |
| Walkability | 70.5/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 108 | 210 |
| Planning activity | 47 | 66 |
| Population | 4,230 | 5,633 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Croydon Park reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Kilburn is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Croydon Park pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Kilburn is the better pick for public transport access and walkability.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Croydon Park, while Kilburn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.