Overall score
Kyeemagh
48.4/100
Monterey
44.5/100
Kyeemagh vs Monterey, NSW Suburb Comparison
Kyeemagh for retirees and families; Monterey for schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KyeemaghMonterey
Crime rate
Kyeemagh
54.3 / 1k
Monterey
59.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kyeemagh
76
Monterey
85
Population
Kyeemagh
935
Monterey
4,619
Metric leadKyeemagh 3Monterey 82 tiedacross 13 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Kyeemagh | Monterey |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48.4/100 | 44.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 54.3/100 | 55.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.3 / 1k | 59.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 8 | 12 |
| Weather (desirability) | 82.3/100 | 82.3/100 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 53 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 38.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 76 | 85 |
| Planning activity | 3 | 7 |
| Green cover | 8.7% | 19.4% |
| Population | 935 | 4,619 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 8/10 | 9/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Kyeemagh is a lively metro smaller community with dining and everyday convenience close by, and Monterey is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap. Kyeemagh sits closer to the city centre, whereas Monterey is in a middle-ring position.
Kyeemagh tends to lead on housing affordability, a quieter safety profile, and a calmer planning outlook, while Monterey stands out for schools and education options, public transport access, and walkability.
Value-focused buyers may find Kyeemagh the better fit, while retirees and investors are more likely to prefer Monterey.
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.