Kaleen vs Claremont suburb comparison (ACT vs TAS)

Kaleen for retirees and families.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

KaleenClaremont

Overall score

Kaleen

77.5/100

Claremont

53.6/100

Crime rate

Kaleen

17.7 / 1k

Claremont

449.1 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Kaleen

296

Claremont

42

Population

Kaleen

7,672

Claremont

8,397

Metric leadKaleen 6Claremont 11 tiedacross 8 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.

CategoryKaleenClaremont
Overall score77.5/10053.6/100
Housing (desirability)76.0/10076.0/100
Crime rate17.7 / 1k449.1 / 1k
Schools & preschools41
Parks & reserves5
Public transport stops71
Walkability88.0/10030.0/100
Nearby amenities29642
Planning activity7
Population7,6728,397
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)9/102/10

Comparison summary

Kaleen (ACT) is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while Claremont (TAS) is a practical metro established suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm. Kaleen sits closer to the city centre, whereas Claremont is in a middle-ring position.

Kaleen tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and schools and education options, while Claremont stands out for a larger local community. On housing, Kaleen sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in Claremont.

On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Kaleen, while Claremont remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.

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