Overall score
Kealba
50.4/100
Keilor Park
45.7/100
Kealba for retirees and families; Keilor Park for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kealba
50.4/100
Keilor Park
45.7/100
Crime rate
Kealba
91.3 / 1k
Keilor Park
179.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kealba
71
Keilor Park
75
Population
Kealba
3,226
Keilor Park
2,684
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 | Kealba | Keilor Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.4/100 | 45.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 70.9/100 | 59.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 91.3 / 1k | 179.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 13 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 25.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 71 | 75 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 20 |
| Population | 3,226 | 2,684 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Kealba is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Keilor Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Kealba tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Keilor Park stands out for nearby cafés and amenities and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Retirees and families may find Kealba the better fit, while investors are more likely to prefer Keilor Park.