Overall score
Gepps Cross
23.6/100
Kilburn
35.1/100
Kilburn for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Gepps Cross
23.6/100
Kilburn
35.1/100
Crime rate
Gepps Cross
626.6 / 1k
Kilburn
118.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Gepps Cross
183
Kilburn
210
Population
Gepps Cross
648
Kilburn
5,633
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 | Gepps Cross | Kilburn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 23.6/100 | 35.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 23.8/100 | 38.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 626.6 / 1k | 118.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 28 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 183 | 210 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 76 |
| Green cover | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Population | 648 | 5,633 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 1/10 |
Put side by side, Gepps Cross is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Kilburn is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Gepps Cross tends to lead on housing affordability, public transport access, and a calmer planning outlook, while Kilburn stands out for a quieter safety profile, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
On balance, families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kilburn, while Gepps Cross remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.