Overall score
Kenwick
42.6/100
Orange Grove
24.9/100
Kenwick for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kenwick
42.6/100
Orange Grove
24.9/100
Crime rate
Kenwick
2039.9 / 1k
Orange Grove
15913.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kenwick
32
Orange Grove
6
Population
Kenwick
5,684
Orange Grove
726
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 | Kenwick | Orange Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.6/100 | 24.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 44.7/100 | 39.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 2039.9 / 1k | 15913.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 1 | — |
| Public transport stops | 33 | 4 |
| Walkability | 74.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 32 | 6 |
| Population | 5,684 | 726 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 4/10 |
Kenwick reads as a settled metro mid-sized suburb that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible; Orange Grove is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
On the data, Kenwick is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Orange Grove answers with stronger socioeconomic advantage. Kenwick generally means more approachable housing costs, while Orange Grove leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Kenwick, while Orange Grove remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.