Overall score
West Kempsey
52.4/100
Yarravel
27.5/100
West Kempsey vs Yarravel, NSW suburb comparison
West Kempsey for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
West KempseyYarravel
Crime rate
West Kempsey
164.1 / 1k
Yarravel
164.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
West Kempsey
166
Yarravel
0
Population
West Kempsey
5,073
Yarravel
1,182
Metric leadWest Kempsey 6Yarravel 31 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesWest Kempsey
- Best for investmentWest Kempsey
- Best for best valueWest Kempsey
- Best for best schoolsWest Kempsey
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 | West Kempsey | Yarravel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52.4/100 | 27.5/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 77.7/100 | 88.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 164.1 / 1k | 164.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 3 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 9 | — |
| Public transport stops | 140 | 36 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 166 | 0 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 4 |
| Population | 5,073 | 1,182 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
West Kempsey is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, while Yarravel is a quieter smaller community with space and a country-town pace.
On the data, West Kempsey is stronger for a quieter safety profile and schools and education options; Yarravel answers with housing affordability and a calmer planning outlook.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer West Kempsey, while Yarravel remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.