Overall score
Erskine Park
62.2/100
Kemps Creek
38.6/100
Erskine Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Erskine Park
62.2/100
Kemps Creek
38.6/100
Crime rate
Erskine Park
29.9 / 1k
Kemps Creek
93.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Erskine Park
147
Kemps Creek
19
Population
Erskine Park
6,486
Kemps Creek
2,121
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 | Erskine Park | Kemps Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62.2/100 | 38.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 52.9/100 | 48.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 29.9 / 1k | 93.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 7 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 88 | 69 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 34.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 147 | 19 |
| Planning activity | 10 | 14 |
| Population | 6,486 | 2,121 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 5/10 |
Erskine Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Kemps Creek is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel. Erskine Park sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Kemps Creek is further out with more breathing room.
Erskine Park pulls ahead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, whereas Kemps Creek is the better pick for schools and education options.
Erskine Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Kemps Creek is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.