Overall score
Keilor
59.2/100
Keilor Lodge
46.7/100
Keilor for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Keilor
59.2/100
Keilor Lodge
46.7/100
Crime rate
Keilor
118.2 / 1k
Keilor Lodge
24.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Keilor
127
Keilor Lodge
36
Population
Keilor
5,906
Keilor Lodge
1,668
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 | Keilor | Keilor Lodge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.2/100 | 46.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 42.4/100 | 52.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 118.2 / 1k | 24.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 5 |
| Public transport stops | 32 | 7 |
| Walkability | 48.0/100 | 10.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 127 | 36 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 3 |
| Population | 5,906 | 1,668 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 8/10 |
Put side by side, Keilor is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Keilor Lodge is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Keilor tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Keilor Lodge stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Keilor, while Keilor Lodge remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.