Kyeemagh vs Monterey, NSW suburb comparison

Kyeemagh for value; Monterey for retirees and investment.

See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.

Head to head

Visual comparison

KyeemaghMonterey

Overall score

Kyeemagh

45.7/100

Monterey

47.5/100

Crime rate

Kyeemagh

54.3 / 1k

Monterey

59.6 / 1k

Nearby amenities

Kyeemagh

64

Monterey

77

Population

Kyeemagh

935

Monterey

4,619

Metric leadKyeemagh 3Monterey 71 tiedacross 11 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.

CategoryKyeemaghMonterey
Overall score45.7/10047.5/100
Housing (desirability)41.5/10021.5/100
Crime rate54.3 / 1k59.6 / 1k
Schools & preschools812
Parks & reserves33
Public transport stops3153
Walkability32.0/10038.0/100
Nearby amenities6477
Planning activity34
Population9354,619
SEIFA (IRSAD decile)8/109/10

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 and a quieter safety profile, while Monterey stands out for public transport access and walkability.

Value-focused buyers may find Kyeemagh the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Monterey.

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