Overall score
Harkness
55.3/100
Kurunjang
47.1/100
Harkness vs Kurunjang, VIC suburb comparison
Harkness for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
HarknessKurunjang
Crime rate
Harkness
44.8 / 1k
Kurunjang
80.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Harkness
32
Kurunjang
50
Population
Harkness
12,463
Kurunjang
10,711
Metric leadHarkness 5Kurunjang 42 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 | Harkness | Kurunjang |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.3/100 | 47.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 44.8 / 1k | 80.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 37 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 50 |
| Planning activity | 19 | 22 |
| Population | 12,463 | 10,711 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Harkness reads as a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm; Kurunjang is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Harkness sits further out with more breathing room, whereas Kurunjang is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Harkness is stronger for a quieter safety profile and overall desirability; Kurunjang answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Harkness, while Kurunjang remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.