Overall score
Kings Park
54.2/100
Lalor Park
51.9/100
Kings Park for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kings Park
54.2/100
Lalor Park
51.9/100
Crime rate
Kings Park
124.1 / 1k
Lalor Park
67.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kings Park
48
Lalor Park
119
Population
Kings Park
3,476
Lalor Park
7,834
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 Park | Lalor Park |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.2/100 | 51.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 51.6/100 | 35.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 124.1 / 1k | 67.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 10 | 14 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 10 |
| Public transport stops | 46 | 94 |
| Walkability | 42.0/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 48 | 119 |
| Planning activity | 20 | 13 |
| Population | 3,476 | 7,834 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Kings Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Lalor Park is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Kings Park is stronger for housing affordability and walkability; Lalor Park answers with a quieter safety profile and public transport access. Kings Park generally means more sought-after housing, while Lalor Park leans toward more approachable housing costs.
Kings Park suits retirees and investors more clearly, whereas Lalor Park is the stronger match for households prioritising schools.