Overall score
Kensington
45.4/100
Kent Town
44.4/100
Kensington vs Kent Town, SA suburb comparison
Kensington for retirees and investment; Kent Town for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KensingtonKent Town
Crime rate
Kensington
31.6 / 1k
Kent Town
140.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kensington
79
Kent Town
222
Population
Kensington
1,808
Kent Town
1,443
Metric leadKensington 4Kent Town 5across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKensington
- Best for investmentKensington
- Best for best valueKensington
- Best for best schoolsKent Town
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 | Kensington | Kent Town |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.4/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 21.4/100 | 3.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 31.6 / 1k | 140.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | — |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 12 |
| Walkability | 20.0/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 79 | 222 |
| Planning activity | 18 | 14 |
| Population | 1,808 | 1,443 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 8/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kensington is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Kent Town is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Kensington tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Kent Town stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Retirees and investors may find Kensington the better fit, while households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kent Town.