Overall score
Kings Langley
58.9/100
Parklea
39.5/100
Kings Langley for retirees and investment; Parklea for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kings Langley
58.9/100
Parklea
39.5/100
Crime rate
Kings Langley
67.8 / 1k
Parklea
21.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kings Langley
90
Parklea
27
Population
Kings Langley
9,354
Parklea
3,684
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 | Kings Langley | Parklea |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58.9/100 | 39.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.7/100 | 47.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 67.8 / 1k | 21.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 8 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 111 | 12 |
| Walkability | 55.0/100 | 20.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 90 | 27 |
| Planning activity | 21 | 2 |
| Population | 9,354 | 3,684 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Kings Langley reads as an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap; Parklea is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel. Kings Langley sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Parklea is further out with more breathing room.
On the data, Kings Langley is stronger for housing affordability and parks and reserves; Parklea answers with a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Kings Langley, while Parklea remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.