Overall score
Kingsgrove
60.9/100
Roselands
45.1/100
Kingsgrove vs Roselands, NSW Suburb Comparison
Kingsgrove for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KingsgroveRoselands
Crime rate
Kingsgrove
43.0 / 1k
Roselands
53.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kingsgrove
310
Roselands
156
Population
Kingsgrove
12,881
Roselands
12,356
Metric leadKingsgrove 10Roselands 21 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKingsgrove
- Best for familiesKingsgrove
- Best for investmentKingsgrove
- Best for best valueKingsgrove
- Best for best schoolsKingsgrove
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 | Kingsgrove | Roselands |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60.9/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 53.5/100 | 28.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 43.0 / 1k | 53.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 13 | 16 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 13 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 173 | 150 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 310 | 156 |
| Planning activity | 24 | 22 |
| Green cover | 4.5% | 1.4% |
| Population | 12,881 | 12,356 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kingsgrove is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Roselands is a lively metro established suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
On the data, Kingsgrove is stronger for housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and parks and reserves; Roselands answers with schools and education options, plus a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, retirees, families, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Kingsgrove, while Roselands remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.
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.