Overall score
Karragullen
44.7/100
Kelmscott
55.1/100
Karragullen vs Kelmscott, WA Suburb Comparison
Karragullen for value; Kelmscott for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KarragullenKelmscott
Crime rate
Karragullen
60.1 / 1k
Kelmscott
60.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Karragullen
6
Kelmscott
297
Population
Karragullen
395
Kelmscott
10,575
Metric leadKarragullen 2Kelmscott 52 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKelmscott
- Best for familiesKelmscott
- Best for best valueKarragullen
- Best for best schoolsKelmscott
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 | Karragullen | Kelmscott |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 44.7/100 | 55.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 46.1/100 | 50.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.1 / 1k | 60.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 5 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 15 |
| Public transport stops | — | 97 |
| Walkability | 2.0/100 | 94.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 297 |
| Green cover | 74.5% | 32.7% |
| Population | 395 | 10,575 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Karragullen is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, and Kelmscott is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by. Karragullen sits among greener hillside streets, while Kelmscott keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Karragullen pulls ahead on housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage, whereas Kelmscott is the better pick for walkability, nearby cafés and amenities, and overall desirability.
Retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers may find Karragullen the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kelmscott.
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.