Overall score
Kenilworth
43.0/100
Reesville
38.2/100
Kenilworth for schools; Reesville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kenilworth
43.0/100
Reesville
38.2/100
Crime rate
Kenilworth
7.6 / 1k
Reesville
8.5 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kenilworth
0
Reesville
0
Population
Kenilworth
604
Reesville
573
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 | Kenilworth | Reesville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43.0/100 | 38.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.0/100 | 48.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 7.6 / 1k | 8.5 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | — |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 1 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 0 |
| Population | 604 | 573 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 7/10 |
Kenilworth is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe, while Reesville is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds.
Kenilworth tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Reesville stands out for housing affordability and stronger socioeconomic advantage. Kenilworth generally means more approachable housing costs, while Reesville leans toward more mid-market housing value.
Kenilworth suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Reesville is the stronger match for retirees and families.