Overall score
Kilsyth
68.4/100
Mooroolbark
76.8/100
Kilsyth vs Mooroolbark, VIC suburb comparison
Mooroolbark for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KilsythMooroolbark
Crime rate
Kilsyth
58.1 / 1k
Mooroolbark
43.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kilsyth
260
Mooroolbark
539
Population
Kilsyth
11,699
Mooroolbark
23,059
Metric leadKilsyth 3Mooroolbark 8across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesMooroolbark
- Best for familiesMooroolbark
- Best for best valueMooroolbark
- Best for best schoolsMooroolbark
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 | Kilsyth | Mooroolbark |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 68.4/100 | 76.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 68.2/100 | 66.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 58.1 / 1k | 43.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 20 | 31 |
| Public transport stops | 56 | 54 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 260 | 539 |
| Planning activity | 230 | 248 |
| Population | 11,699 | 23,059 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 7/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kilsyth is a hillside established suburb with greener streets and a quieter pace, and Mooroolbark is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks.
Kilsyth tends to lead on housing affordability and public transport access, while Mooroolbark stands out for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mooroolbark, while Kilsyth remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.