Overall score
Kingswood
61.7/100
Werrington Downs
37.3/100
Kingswood for families and schools; Werrington Downs for retirees and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kingswood
61.7/100
Werrington Downs
37.3/100
Crime rate
Kingswood
68.8 / 1k
Werrington Downs
68.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kingswood
568
Werrington Downs
31
Population
Kingswood
10,633
Werrington Downs
3,221
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 | Kingswood | Werrington Downs |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 37.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.3/100 | 53.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.8 / 1k | 68.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 9 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 168 | 28 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 568 | 31 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 2 |
| Population | 10,633 | 3,221 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 6/10 |
Kingswood is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Werrington Downs is a well-connected metro mid-sized suburb with a familiar suburban feel. Kingswood sits in a middle-ring position, whereas Werrington Downs is further out with more breathing room.
Kingswood tends to lead on parks and reserves and public transport access, while Werrington Downs stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Kingswood generally means more approachable housing costs, while Werrington Downs leans toward more sought-after housing.
Choose Kingswood if you are weighing families and households prioritising schools; lean toward Werrington Downs for retirees and investors.