Overall score
Kooyong
42.7/100
Prahran
63.0/100
Kooyong vs Prahran, VIC suburb comparison
Kooyong for retirees and families; Prahran for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KooyongPrahran
Crime rate
Kooyong
86.4 / 1k
Prahran
219.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kooyong
23
Prahran
476
Population
Kooyong
842
Prahran
12,203
Metric leadKooyong 2Prahran 81 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Kooyong | Prahran |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.7/100 | 63.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 6.7/100 | 12.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 86.4 / 1k | 219.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 20 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 59 |
| Walkability | 20.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 476 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 338 |
| Population | 842 | 12,203 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kooyong is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, and Prahran is an energetic metro established suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Kooyong tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Prahran stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Kooyong suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas Prahran is the stronger match for investors and value-focused buyers.