Overall score
Kin Kora
50.3/100
South Gladstone
44.4/100
Kin Kora for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kin Kora
50.3/100
South Gladstone
44.4/100
Crime rate
Kin Kora
52.7 / 1k
South Gladstone
52.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kin Kora
25
South Gladstone
47
Population
Kin Kora
2,396
South Gladstone
3,476
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 | Kin Kora | South Gladstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 50.3/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 40.2/100 | 31.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.7 / 1k | 52.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 8 |
| Walkability | 19.0/100 | 0.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 25 | 47 |
| Population | 2,396 | 3,476 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Kin Kora reads as a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience; South Gladstone is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace.
On the data, Kin Kora is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; South Gladstone answers with a quieter safety profile and schools and education options.
Kin Kora suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas South Gladstone is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.