Overall score
Kelso
64.9/100
Raglan
43.8/100
Kelso vs Raglan, NSW suburb comparison
Kelso for families and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KelsoRaglan
Crime rate
Kelso
94.6 / 1k
Raglan
94.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kelso
167
Raglan
56
Population
Kelso
10,039
Raglan
1,272
Metric leadKelso 7Raglan 13 tiedacross 11 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 | Kelso | Raglan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 64.9/100 | 43.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 94.6 / 1k | 94.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 10 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 283 | 47 |
| Walkability | 71.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 167 | 56 |
| Planning activity | 41 | 10 |
| Population | 10,039 | 1,272 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kelso is a regional established suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Raglan is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
On the data, Kelso is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Raglan answers with a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Kelso, while Raglan remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.