Overall score
Kippa-Ring
57.5/100
Woody Point
57.0/100
Woody Point for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kippa-Ring
57.5/100
Woody Point
57.0/100
Crime rate
Kippa-Ring
92.5 / 1k
Woody Point
52.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kippa-Ring
226
Woody Point
204
Population
Kippa-Ring
9,745
Woody Point
4,548
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 | Kippa-Ring | Woody Point |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.5/100 | 57.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.0/100 | 73.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 92.5 / 1k | 52.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 4 |
| Parks & reserves | 12 | 9 |
| Public transport stops | 41 | 24 |
| Walkability | 82.0/100 | 67.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 226 | 204 |
| Population | 9,745 | 4,548 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 2/10 | 3/10 |
Put side by side, Kippa-Ring is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Woody Point is a beachside mid-sized suburb where the coast sets the tone. Where Woody Point is shaped by the coast, Kippa-Ring offers a more landlocked suburban rhythm.
Kippa-Ring tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Woody Point stands out for a quieter safety profile and stronger socioeconomic advantage.
Value-focused buyers may find Kippa-Ring the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Woody Point.