Overall score
Kurralta Park
47.3/100
West Richmond
36.1/100
Kurralta Park for schools; West Richmond for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Kurralta Park
47.3/100
West Richmond
36.1/100
Crime rate
Kurralta Park
61.7 / 1k
West Richmond
74.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kurralta Park
67
West Richmond
32
Population
Kurralta Park
3,139
West Richmond
1,087
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 | West Richmond |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 47.3/100 | 36.1/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 58.5/100 | 57.1/100 |
| Crime rate | 61.7 / 1k | 74.6 / 1k |
| Weather (desirability) | 56.4/100 | 56.4/100 |
| Public transport stops | 13 | 2 |
| Walkability | 75.5/100 | 7.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 67 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 36 | 13 |
| Green cover | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Population | 3,139 | 1,087 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 3/10 |
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 sought-after metro smaller community where housing reflects strong local demand.
Kurralta Park pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile, public transport access, and walkability, whereas West Richmond is the better pick for housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
Kurralta Park suits households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas West Richmond is the stronger match for families, investors, and value-focused buyers.
Generated from the official metrics on this page. It can omit nuance or contain errors — check the tables and source notes before relying on it.