Overall score
Kurralta Park
54.4/100
Mile End
53.3/100
Kurralta Park for retirees and families; Mile End for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kurralta Park
54.4/100
Mile End
53.3/100
Crime rate
Kurralta Park
47.0 / 1k
Mile End
89.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kurralta Park
63
Mile End
192
Population
Kurralta Park
3,139
Mile End
4,536
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 | Kurralta Park | Mile End |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 54.4/100 | 53.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.0/100 | 36.7/100 |
| Crime rate | 47.0 / 1k | 89.6 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 14 |
| Walkability | 75.5/100 | 75.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 63 | 192 |
| Planning activity | 26 | 41 |
| Population | 3,139 | 4,536 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Kurralta Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, while Mile End is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by.
Kurralta Park pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and walkability, whereas Mile End is the better pick for housing affordability and public transport access.
Retirees and families may find Kurralta Park the better fit, while value-focused buyers are more likely to prefer Mile End.