Overall score
Kangaroo Point
55.2/100
Stones Corner
55.4/100
Kangaroo Point for retirees and families; Stones Corner for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kangaroo Point
55.2/100
Stones Corner
55.4/100
Crime rate
Kangaroo Point
72.1 / 1k
Stones Corner
67.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kangaroo Point
378
Stones Corner
232
Population
Kangaroo Point
9,689
Stones Corner
2,336
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 | Kangaroo Point | Stones Corner |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.2/100 | 55.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 3.4/100 | 9.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 72.1 / 1k | 67.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 19 | 21 |
| Walkability | 73.5/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 378 | 232 |
| Population | 9,689 | 2,336 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Kangaroo Point reads as a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby; Stones Corner is an energetic metro smaller community where cafés and local life overlap.
Kangaroo Point tends to lead on nearby cafés and amenities and a larger local community, while Stones Corner stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Choose Kangaroo Point if you are weighing households prioritising schools; lean toward Stones Corner for investors and value-focused buyers.