Overall score
Kenton Valley
38.6/100
Kersbrook
40.9/100
Kenton Valley for families; Kersbrook for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kenton Valley
38.6/100
Kersbrook
40.9/100
Crime rate
Kenton Valley
14.1 / 1k
Kersbrook
15.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kenton Valley
10
Kersbrook
1
Population
Kenton Valley
262
Kersbrook
1,116
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 | Kenton Valley | Kersbrook |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 38.6/100 | 40.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 78.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.1 / 1k | 15.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 2 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 3.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 10 | 1 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 27 |
| Population | 262 | 1,116 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 8/10 |
Kenton Valley reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Kersbrook is a hillside smaller community with greener streets and a quieter pace.
On the data, Kenton Valley is stronger for a quieter safety profile and nearby cafés and amenities; Kersbrook answers with housing affordability and public transport access.
Choose Kenton Valley if you are weighing families; lean toward Kersbrook for investors and households prioritising schools.