Overall score
Kelso
36.0/100
Rasmussen
45.1/100
Kelso vs Rasmussen, QLD suburb comparison
Kelso for retirees and investment; Rasmussen for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KelsoRasmussen
Crime rate
Kelso
71.2 / 1k
Rasmussen
71.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kelso
8
Rasmussen
34
Population
Kelso
10,599
Rasmussen
4,669
Metric leadKelso 4Rasmussen 41 tiedacross 9 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.
Comparison summary
Kelso is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience, while Rasmussen is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Kelso is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Rasmussen answers with schools and education options and walkability.
Kelso suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Rasmussen is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.