Overall score
Huntingfield
45.1/100
Kingston Beach
56.5/100
Huntingfield for investment and value; Kingston Beach for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Huntingfield
45.1/100
Kingston Beach
56.5/100
Crime rate
Huntingfield
2435.0 / 1k
Kingston Beach
599.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Huntingfield
26
Kingston Beach
94
Population
Huntingfield
540
Kingston Beach
2,305
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.
| Category | Huntingfield | Kingston Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.1/100 | 56.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 41.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 2435.0 / 1k | 599.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 20 |
| Walkability | 6.5/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 26 | 94 |
| Population | 540 | 2,305 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 8/10 |
Huntingfield is a well-connected metro smaller community with a familiar suburban feel, while Kingston Beach is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Huntingfield is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Kingston Beach answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Huntingfield the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kingston Beach.