Overall score
Kilgariff
30.4/100
Ross
38.0/100
Ross for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kilgariff
30.4/100
Ross
38.0/100
Nearby amenities
Kilgariff
6
Ross
5
Population
Kilgariff
551
Ross
806
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.
Kilgariff reads as a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace; Ross is a more rural smaller community that rewards people who want room to breathe.
Kilgariff tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Ross stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Ross, while Kilgariff remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.