Overall score
Kooyong
42.7/100
Windsor
55.9/100
Kooyong for retirees and families; Windsor for investment and value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kooyong
42.7/100
Windsor
55.9/100
Crime rate
Kooyong
86.4 / 1k
Windsor
181.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kooyong
23
Windsor
137
Population
Kooyong
842
Windsor
7,273
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 | Kooyong | Windsor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 42.7/100 | 55.9/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 6.7/100 | 10.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 86.4 / 1k | 181.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 16 | 19 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 6 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 33 |
| Walkability | 20.0/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 23 | 137 |
| Planning activity | 32 | 147 |
| Population | 842 | 7,273 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Kooyong is a practical metro smaller community with solid links to the wider city, while Windsor is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Kooyong tends to lead on a quieter safety profile and a calmer planning outlook, while Windsor stands out for housing affordability and schools and education options.
Retirees and families may find Kooyong the better fit, while investors and value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Windsor.