Overall score
Euroka
30.1/100
Kempsey
36.8/100
Euroka vs Kempsey, NSW Suburb Comparison
Kempsey for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
EurokaKempsey
Crime rate
Euroka
164.9 / 1k
Kempsey
164.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Euroka
0
Kempsey
35
Population
Euroka
348
Kempsey
483
Metric leadEuroka 2Kempsey 91 tiedacross 12 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 | Euroka | Kempsey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 30.1/100 | 36.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 8.3/100 | 67.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 164.9 / 1k | 164.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 10 | 27 |
| Walkability | 15.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 35 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 8 |
| Green cover | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Population | 348 | 483 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Euroka is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Kempsey is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Euroka pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Kempsey is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and schools and education options. On housing, Euroka sits in a gently premium band, compared with a affordable feel in Kempsey.
Euroka suits retirees more clearly, whereas Kempsey is the stronger match for families, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
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.