Overall score
Hillarys
76.3/100
Kallaroo
60.2/100
Hillarys for families and beach lifestyle.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Hillarys
76.3/100
Kallaroo
60.2/100
Crime rate
Hillarys
859.2 / 1k
Kallaroo
1766.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Hillarys
143
Kallaroo
69
Population
Hillarys
11,200
Kallaroo
5,305
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.
Hillarys reads as a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living; Kallaroo is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone.
Hillarys pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, whereas Kallaroo is the better pick for excellent public transport and an affluent, sought-after address.
On balance, families and people chasing a beach lifestyle are more likely to prefer Hillarys, while Kallaroo remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.