Overall score
Kiels Mountain
42.7/100
Woombye
58.7/100
Kiels Mountain for retirees; Woombye for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kiels Mountain
42.7/100
Woombye
58.7/100
Crime rate
Kiels Mountain
19.2 / 1k
Woombye
18.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kiels Mountain
1
Woombye
58
Population
Kiels Mountain
714
Woombye
3,944
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 | Kiels Mountain | Woombye |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.7/100 | 58.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 19.2 / 1k | 18.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 4 |
| Public transport stops | — | 16 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 1 | 58 |
| Population | 714 | 3,944 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 6/10 |
Kiels Mountain is a hills smaller community where tree cover and calm define the mood, while Woombye is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby. Kiels Mountain sits among greener hillside streets, while Woombye keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Kiels Mountain tends to lead on stronger socioeconomic advantage, while Woombye stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Kiels Mountain sits in a expensive band, compared with a well priced feel in Woombye.
Kiels Mountain suits retirees more clearly, whereas Woombye is the stronger match for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.