Overall score
Dutton Park
50.5/100
Kangaroo Point
55.3/100
Dutton Park for investment and value; Kangaroo Point for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Dutton Park
50.5/100
Kangaroo Point
55.3/100
Crime rate
Dutton Park
127.2 / 1k
Kangaroo Point
69.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Dutton Park
182
Kangaroo Point
378
Population
Dutton Park
2,134
Kangaroo Point
9,689
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 | Dutton Park | Kangaroo Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.5/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 29.2/100 | 3.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 127.2 / 1k | 69.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 12 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 19 |
| Walkability | 38.0/100 | 73.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 182 | 378 |
| Population | 2,134 | 9,689 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Dutton Park reads as a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby; Kangaroo Point is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Dutton Park tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Kangaroo Point stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability.
Families and investors may find Dutton Park the better fit, while retirees are more likely to prefer Kangaroo Point.