Overall score
Kenton Valley
47.3/100
Lobethal
57.2/100
Lobethal for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kenton Valley
47.3/100
Lobethal
57.2/100
Crime rate
Kenton Valley
14.1 / 1k
Lobethal
12.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kenton Valley
13
Lobethal
73
Population
Kenton Valley
262
Lobethal
2,534
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 | Lobethal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 57.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.8/100 | 64.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 14.1 / 1k | 12.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Public transport stops | 1 | 17 |
| Walkability | 1.5/100 | 58.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 13 | 73 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 49 |
| Green cover | 10.5% | 1.1% |
| Population | 262 | 2,534 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 5/10 |
Kenton Valley reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; Lobethal is a hills mid-sized suburb where tree cover and calm define the mood.
On the data, Kenton Valley is stronger for tree cover and green space, a calmer planning outlook, and stronger socioeconomic advantage; Lobethal answers with housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access. On housing, Kenton Valley sits in a gently premium band, compared with a expensive feel in Lobethal.
Kenton Valley suits retirees more clearly, whereas Lobethal is the stronger match for investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.