Overall score
Kyvalley
32.6/100
Lancaster
41.7/100
Kyvalley vs Lancaster, VIC Suburb Comparison
Kyvalley for schools; Lancaster for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
KyvalleyLancaster
Crime rate
Kyvalley
28.2 / 1k
Lancaster
30.8 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Kyvalley
0
Lancaster
3
Population
Kyvalley
363
Lancaster
398
Metric leadKyvalley 1Lancaster 72 tiedacross 10 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 | Kyvalley | Lancaster |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 32.6/100 | 41.7/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 39.5/100 | 49.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 28.2 / 1k | 30.8 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Weather (desirability) | 18.6/100 | 18.6/100 |
| Public transport stops | — | 4 |
| Walkability | 0.0/100 | 6.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 0 | 3 |
| Planning activity | 9 | 8 |
| Green cover | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 363 | 398 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 5/10 |
Comparison summary
Kyvalley is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, while Lancaster is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
Kyvalley tends to lead on a quieter safety profile, while Lancaster stands out for housing affordability, walkability, and nearby cafés and amenities.
Families may find Kyvalley the better fit, while retirees, investors, value-focused buyers, and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Lancaster.
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.