Overall score
East Kempsey
34.8/100
Frederickton
28.4/100
East Kempsey vs Frederickton, NSW suburb comparison
East Kempsey for retirees and families; Frederickton for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
East KempseyFrederickton
Crime rate
East Kempsey
164.3 / 1k
Frederickton
164.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
East Kempsey
102
Frederickton
11
Population
East Kempsey
1,336
Frederickton
1,452
Metric leadEast Kempsey 3Frederickton 34 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesEast Kempsey
- Best for familiesEast Kempsey
- Best for investmentFrederickton
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 | East Kempsey | Frederickton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.8/100 | 28.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.7/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 164.3 / 1k | 164.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | — |
| Public transport stops | 23 | 31 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 102 | 11 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 5 |
| Population | 1,336 | 1,452 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
East Kempsey is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote, while Frederickton is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
East Kempsey tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and overall desirability, while Frederickton stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Retirees and families may find East Kempsey the better fit, while investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Frederickton.