Overall score
Kelmscott
55.1/100
Roleystone
48.7/100
Kelmscott vs Roleystone, WA Suburb Comparison
Kelmscott for retirees; Roleystone for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KelmscottRoleystone
Crime rate
Kelmscott
60.1 / 1k
Roleystone
60.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kelmscott
297
Roleystone
50
Population
Kelmscott
10,575
Roleystone
6,848
Metric leadKelmscott 8Roleystone 22 tiedacross 12 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 familiesRoleystone
- Best for investmentRoleystone
- Best for best valueRoleystone
- Best for best schoolsRoleystone
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 | Kelmscott | Roleystone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.1/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 50.3/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 60.1 / 1k | 60.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 23.4/100 | 23.4/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 15 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 97 | 41 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 297 | 50 |
| Green cover | 32.7% | 31.0% |
| Population | 10,575 | 6,848 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kelmscott is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Roleystone is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Kelmscott tends to lead on schools and education options, parks and reserves, and public transport access, while Roleystone stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Kelmscott suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Roleystone is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.