Overall score
Ferny Grove
71.5/100
Keperra
78.3/100
Ferny Grove for retirees and schools; Keperra for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ferny Grove
71.5/100
Keperra
78.3/100
Crime rate
Ferny Grove
10.3 / 1k
Keperra
19.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ferny Grove
392
Keperra
444
Population
Ferny Grove
5,871
Keperra
7,014
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 | Ferny Grove | Keperra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 71.5/100 | 78.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 10.3 / 1k | 19.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 60 |
| Walkability | 53.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 392 | 444 |
| Population | 5,871 | 7,014 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Ferny Grove reads as a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by; Keperra is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Ferny Grove sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Keperra is closer to the city centre.
On the data, Ferny Grove is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Keperra answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Households prioritising schools may find Ferny Grove the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Keperra.