Overall score
Kangaroo Ground
57.9/100
North Warrandyte
57.5/100
Kangaroo Ground vs North Warrandyte, VIC Suburb Comparison
Kangaroo Ground for retirees and families; North Warrandyte for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Kangaroo GroundNorth Warrandyte
Crime rate
Kangaroo Ground
53.3 / 1k
North Warrandyte
14.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kangaroo Ground
23
North Warrandyte
17
Population
Kangaroo Ground
1,208
North Warrandyte
3,027
Metric leadKangaroo Ground 5North Warrandyte 53 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKangaroo Ground
- Best for familiesKangaroo Ground
- Best for investmentNorth Warrandyte
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 | Kangaroo Ground | North Warrandyte |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.9/100 | 57.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.5/100 | 46.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 53.3 / 1k | 14.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 5 | 4 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 30 |
| Walkability | 22.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 35 | 91 |
| Green cover | 25.2% | 18.1% |
| Population | 1,208 | 3,027 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Kangaroo Ground is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while North Warrandyte is a sought-after metro mid-sized suburb where housing reflects strong local demand. Kangaroo Ground sits among greener hillside streets, while North Warrandyte keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Kangaroo Ground pulls ahead on parks and reserves, nearby cafés and amenities, and a calmer planning outlook, whereas North Warrandyte is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
On balance, retirees, families, investors, and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer North Warrandyte, while Kangaroo Ground remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.