Overall score
Iluka
52.9/100
Kinross
64.6/100
Iluka for retirees and beach lifestyle; Kinross for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Iluka
52.9/100
Kinross
64.6/100
Crime rate
Iluka
1631.5 / 1k
Kinross
1335.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Iluka
39
Kinross
131
Population
Iluka
5,669
Kinross
6,988
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.
Iluka reads as a coastal mid-sized suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm; Kinross is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Where Iluka is shaped by the coast, Kinross offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Iluka tends to lead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Kinross stands out for a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves.
Retirees and people chasing a beach lifestyle may find Iluka the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kinross.