Overall score
Keswick
45.0/100
Netley
41.7/100
Keswick for investment and schools; Netley for retirees and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Keswick
45.0/100
Netley
41.7/100
Crime rate
Keswick
128.0 / 1k
Netley
32.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Keswick
123
Netley
74
Population
Keswick
754
Netley
1,910
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 | Keswick | Netley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.0/100 | 41.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.9/100 | 74.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 128.0 / 1k | 32.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 9 | 11 |
| Walkability | 17.5/100 | 18.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 123 | 74 |
| Planning activity | 13 | 33 |
| Green cover | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Population | 754 | 1,910 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 5/10 |
Put side by side, Keswick is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Netley is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Keswick pulls ahead on schools and education options, nearby cafés and amenities, and tree cover and green space, whereas Netley is the better pick for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and public transport access.
Keswick suits families and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Netley is the stronger match for retirees, investors, and value-focused buyers.
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.