Overall score
Nelson
31.3/100
North Kellyville
65.0/100
Nelson vs North Kellyville, NSW suburb comparison
North Kellyville for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
NelsonNorth Kellyville
Crime rate
Nelson
40.0 / 1k
North Kellyville
22.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Nelson
7
North Kellyville
92
Population
Nelson
460
North Kellyville
17,401
Metric leadNelson 1North Kellyville 8across 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 retireesNorth Kellyville
- Best for familiesNorth Kellyville
- Best for investmentNorth Kellyville
- Best for best valueNorth Kellyville
- Best for best schoolsNorth Kellyville
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 | Nelson | North Kellyville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 31.3/100 | 65.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 37.3/100 | 44.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 40.0 / 1k | 22.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 7 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 7 |
| Public transport stops | 29 | 98 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 86.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 7 | 92 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 47 |
| Population | 460 | 17,401 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 9/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Nelson reads as a leafier hillside smaller community with elevated outlooks; North Kellyville is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby. Nelson sits among greener hillside streets, while North Kellyville keeps a flatter suburban layout.
Nelson tends to lead on a calmer planning outlook, while North Kellyville stands out for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer North Kellyville, while Nelson remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.