Overall score
Kilburn
35.1/100
Wingfield
30.2/100
Kilburn for retirees and families; Wingfield for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kilburn
35.1/100
Wingfield
30.2/100
Crime rate
Kilburn
118.4 / 1k
Wingfield
375.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kilburn
210
Wingfield
197
Population
Kilburn
5,633
Wingfield
440
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 | Kilburn | Wingfield |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 35.1/100 | 30.2/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.7/100 | 84.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 118.4 / 1k | 375.8 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 28 | 8 |
| Walkability | 75.0/100 | 18.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 210 | 197 |
| Planning activity | 76 | 52 |
| Green cover | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| Population | 5,633 | 440 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 1/10 |
Kilburn is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Wingfield is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by. Kilburn sits closer to the city centre, whereas Wingfield is in a middle-ring position.
Kilburn pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability, whereas Wingfield is the better pick for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Wingfield, while Kilburn remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.