Overall score
Kurralta Park
48.8/100
West Richmond
43.5/100
Kurralta Park vs West Richmond, SA suburb comparison
Kurralta Park for schools; West Richmond for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Kurralta ParkWest Richmond
Crime rate
Kurralta Park
61.7 / 1k
West Richmond
74.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kurralta Park
63
West Richmond
28
Population
Kurralta Park
3,139
West Richmond
1,087
Metric leadKurralta Park 7West Richmond 2across 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 familiesWest Richmond
- Best for investmentWest Richmond
- Best for best valueWest Richmond
- Best for best schoolsKurralta Park
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 | Kurralta Park | West Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.8/100 | 43.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 27.0/100 | 40.2/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.7 / 1k | 74.6 / 1k |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 2 |
| Walkability | 75.5/100 | 7.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 63 | 28 |
| Planning activity | 28 | 11 |
| Population | 3,139 | 1,087 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kurralta Park is a lively metro mid-sized suburb with dining and everyday convenience close by, and West Richmond is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Kurralta Park pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and public transport access, whereas West Richmond is the better pick for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook. On housing, Kurralta Park sits in a expensive band, compared with a affordable feel in West Richmond.
Kurralta Park suits retirees and families more clearly, whereas West Richmond is the stronger match for investors.