Overall score
Ferny Grove
63.3/100
Keperra
69.4/100
Ferny Grove for retirees and families; Keperra for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ferny Grove
63.3/100
Keperra
69.4/100
Crime rate
Ferny Grove
16.9 / 1k
Keperra
34.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ferny Grove
397
Keperra
445
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 | 63.3/100 | 69.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.8/100 | 74.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.9 / 1k | 34.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 42.8/100 | 42.8/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 16 |
| Public transport stops | 22 | 60 |
| Walkability | 53.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 397 | 445 |
| Green cover | 17.1% | 9.6% |
| 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 stronger socioeconomic advantage; Keperra answers with parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability.
Households prioritising schools may find Ferny Grove the better fit, while families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Keperra.
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.