Overall score
Kundabung
31.5/100
South Kempsey
35.5/100
Kundabung vs South Kempsey, NSW suburb comparison
Kundabung for retirees and families; South Kempsey for investment and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KundabungSouth Kempsey
Crime rate
Kundabung
74.3 / 1k
South Kempsey
164.3 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kundabung
2
South Kempsey
0
Population
Kundabung
616
South Kempsey
2,604
Metric leadKundabung 5South Kempsey 4across 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesKundabung
- Best for familiesKundabung
- Best for investmentSouth Kempsey
- Best for best schoolsSouth Kempsey
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 | Kundabung | South Kempsey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.5/100 | 35.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 80.0/100 | 78.4/100 |
| Crime rate | 74.3 / 1k | 164.3 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 12 | 79 |
| Walkability | 18.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 2 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 20 |
| Population | 616 | 2,604 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 1/10 |
Comparison summary
Kundabung is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while South Kempsey is a slower-paced mid-sized suburb with open surrounds.
On the data, Kundabung is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; South Kempsey answers with public transport access and walkability.
Retirees and families may find Kundabung the better fit, while investors and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer South Kempsey.