Overall score
Kilkenny
55.4/100
Woodville West
48.6/100
Kilkenny vs Woodville West, SA suburb comparison
Kilkenny for schools; Woodville West for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KilkennyWoodville West
Crime rate
Kilkenny
202.0 / 1k
Woodville West
33.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kilkenny
160
Woodville West
43
Population
Kilkenny
1,846
Woodville West
3,854
Metric leadKilkenny 5Woodville West 4across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWoodville West
- Best for familiesWoodville West
- Best for investmentWoodville West
- Best for best schoolsKilkenny
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 | Kilkenny | Woodville West |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 55.4/100 | 48.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 66.5/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 202.0 / 1k | 33.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 21 | 7 |
| Walkability | 94.0/100 | 22.5/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 160 | 43 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 29 |
| Population | 1,846 | 3,854 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kilkenny is a well-serviced metro smaller community with plenty happening nearby, and Woodville West is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with solid links to the wider city.
Kilkenny tends to lead on public transport access and walkability, while Woodville West stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
Households prioritising schools may find Kilkenny the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Woodville West.