Overall score
Kealba
38.3/100
Keilor
51.2/100
Kealba vs Keilor, VIC Suburb Comparison
Kealba for investment and value; Keilor for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KealbaKeilor
Crime rate
Kealba
96.5 / 1k
Keilor
105.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kealba
74
Keilor
133
Population
Kealba
3,226
Keilor
5,906
Metric leadKealba 3Keilor 82 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Kealba | Keilor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.3/100 | 51.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 51.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 96.5 / 1k | 105.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 32 |
| Walkability | 34.0/100 | 48.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 74 | 133 |
| Planning activity | 7 | 18 |
| Green cover | 15.2% | 16.1% |
| Population | 3,226 | 5,906 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kealba is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Keilor is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Kealba is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook; Keilor answers with parks and reserves, public transport access, and walkability. On housing, Kealba sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Keilor.
Value-focused buyers may find Kealba the better fit, while retirees, families, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Keilor.
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.