Overall score
Forreston
39.3/100
Kersbrook
44.4/100
Forreston vs Kersbrook, SA Suburb Comparison
Kersbrook for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ForrestonKersbrook
Crime rate
Forreston
18.2 / 1k
Kersbrook
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Forreston
4
Kersbrook
20
Population
Forreston
407
Kersbrook
1,116
Metric leadForreston 2Kersbrook 54 tiedacross 11 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 | Forreston | Kersbrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 39.3/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.6/100 | 64.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 18.2 / 1k | 15.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 2 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 4 | 20 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 36 |
| Green cover | 8.2% | 3.6% |
| Population | 407 | 1,116 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Forreston is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace, and Kersbrook is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
Forreston tends to lead on tree cover and green space, plus a calmer planning outlook, while Kersbrook stands out for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Forreston suits families more clearly, whereas Kersbrook is the stronger match for 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.