Overall score
Kangaroo Point
34.8/100
Taren Point
47.4/100
Kangaroo Point vs Taren Point, NSW suburb comparison
Kangaroo Point for retirees and families; Taren Point for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Kangaroo PointTaren Point
Crime rate
Kangaroo Point
33.3 / 1k
Taren Point
46.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kangaroo Point
1
Taren Point
109
Population
Kangaroo Point
602
Taren Point
1,879
Metric leadKangaroo Point 4Taren Point 7across 11 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 Point
- Best for familiesKangaroo Point
- Best for investmentTaren Point
- Best for best valueKangaroo Point
- Best for best schoolsKangaroo Point
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 Point | Taren Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34.8/100 | 47.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.1/100 | 19.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 33.3 / 1k | 46.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 6 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 2 | 34 |
| Walkability | 3.0/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 109 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 12 |
| Population | 602 | 1,879 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Kangaroo Point reads as a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm; Taren Point is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
On the data, Kangaroo Point is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Taren Point answers with parks and reserves and public transport access.
Kangaroo Point suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Taren Point is the stronger match for investors and households prioritising schools.