Overall score
Kingswood
61.7/100
Werrington
55.3/100
Kingswood for retirees and families; Werrington for investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kingswood
61.7/100
Werrington
55.3/100
Crime rate
Kingswood
68.8 / 1k
Werrington
68.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kingswood
568
Werrington
239
Population
Kingswood
10,633
Werrington
5,328
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.7/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 28.3/100 | 35.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 68.8 / 1k | 68.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 9 | 10 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 168 | 59 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 82.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 568 | 239 |
| Planning activity | 17 | 11 |
| Population | 10,633 | 5,328 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Kingswood is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Werrington is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
Kingswood tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, while Werrington stands out for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Kingswood suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Werrington is the stronger match for investors.