Overall score
Kenthurst
46.0/100
North Kellyville
65.0/100
Kenthurst vs North Kellyville, NSW suburb comparison
North Kellyville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KenthurstNorth Kellyville
Crime rate
Kenthurst
16.5 / 1k
North Kellyville
22.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kenthurst
25
North Kellyville
92
Population
Kenthurst
5,313
North Kellyville
17,401
Metric leadKenthurst 4North Kellyville 61 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesNorth Kellyville
- Best for familiesNorth Kellyville
- Best for investmentNorth Kellyville
- Best for best valueNorth Kellyville
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 | Kenthurst | North Kellyville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 45.2/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 16.5 / 1k | 22.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 217 | 98 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 92 |
| Planning activity | 39 | 49 |
| Population | 5,313 | 17,401 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kenthurst is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and North Kellyville is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Kenthurst sits within day-trip reach of the capital, whereas North Kellyville is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Kenthurst is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; North Kellyville answers with parks and reserves and walkability.
Kenthurst suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas North Kellyville is the stronger match for retirees and families.