Overall score
Freshwater
45.4/100
Kamerunga
34.2/100
Freshwater for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Freshwater
45.4/100
Kamerunga
34.2/100
Crime rate
Freshwater
145.7 / 1k
Kamerunga
145.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Freshwater
41
Kamerunga
7
Population
Freshwater
2,142
Kamerunga
962
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 | Freshwater | Kamerunga |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.4/100 | 34.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 65.9/100 | 62.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 145.7 / 1k | 145.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Walkability | 43.0/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 41 | 7 |
| Population | 2,142 | 962 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Freshwater is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Kamerunga is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Freshwater tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Kamerunga stands out for a country-town feel. On housing, Freshwater sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Kamerunga.
Freshwater suits investors and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Kamerunga is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.