Overall score
Kinchela
29.7/100
Smithtown
35.8/100
Kinchela vs Smithtown, NSW Suburb Comparison
Kinchela for investment and value; Smithtown for families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KinchelaSmithtown
Crime rate
Kinchela
163.6 / 1k
Smithtown
165.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kinchela
2
Smithtown
72
Population
Kinchela
286
Smithtown
625
Metric leadKinchela 4Smithtown 71 tiedacross 12 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Kinchela | Smithtown |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 29.7/100 | 35.8/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 69.0/100 | 62.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 163.6 / 1k | 165.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Weather (desirability) | 60.5/100 | 60.5/100 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 14 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 23.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 72 |
| Planning activity | 6 | 7 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Population | 286 | 625 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Kinchela is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Smithtown is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
On the data, Kinchela is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook; Smithtown answers with schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Kinchela suits retirees and value-focused buyers more clearly, whereas Smithtown is the stronger match for families and households prioritising schools.
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.