Overall score
Keperra
78.3/100
Upper Kedron
61.5/100
Keperra vs Upper Kedron, QLD suburb comparison
Keperra for families and value; Upper Kedron for retirees.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KeperraUpper Kedron
Crime rate
Keperra
19.9 / 1k
Upper Kedron
10.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Keperra
444
Upper Kedron
87
Population
Keperra
7,014
Upper Kedron
5,800
Metric leadKeperra 7Upper Kedron 21 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesUpper Kedron
- Best for familiesKeperra
- Best for best valueKeperra
- Best for best schoolsKeperra
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 | Keperra | Upper Kedron |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 78.3/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.9 / 1k | 10.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 16 | 11 |
| Public transport stops | 60 | 13 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 61.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 444 | 87 |
| Population | 7,014 | 5,800 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Keperra is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Upper Kedron is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Keperra sits closer to the city centre, whereas Upper Kedron is in a middle-ring position.
On the data, Keperra is stronger for parks and reserves and public transport access; Upper Kedron answers with a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
On balance, families and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Keperra, while Upper Kedron remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.